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Colt M4 Carbine 5.56x45mm 14.5-inch Military

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Colt M4 Carbine military pattern with 14.5-inch barrel, collapsible stock, and M4 feed ramps. The definitive US military carbine platform.

Type: Semi-Auto Rifle

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: 5.56x45mm

Capacity: 30

Year introduced: 1994, USA

Weight: 64 oz

Overall length: 29.75"

Status: Active

Military use: Yes

Intended use: Military