Del-Ton's Echo 316 in Flat Dark Earth Cerakote is a cosmetic variant of their Echo 316 flagship carbine. The 16-inch chrome-lined carbine-length gas system configuration is unchanged. The FDE finish is applied to upper and lower receivers and handguard by Del-Ton at their North Carolina facility. One of the few non-black finish options from a Southern AR manufacturer at a budget price point. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 2015, USA Weight: 62 oz Overall length: 32.5" Status: Active Intended use: Home Defense, Target Shooting