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Colt M4 Carbine 5.56x45mm

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Colt M4 commercial semi-auto version. The original mil-spec AR pattern with Colt's name.

Type: Rifle

Action: Semi-Auto

Caliber: 5.56x45mm

Capacity: 30

Year introduced: 1994, USA

Weight: 6.36 oz

Overall length: 33"

Status: Active

Military use: Yes

Intended use: military, duty, home defense