The Mk 16 SCAR-L (Light) was SOCOM's 5.56mm assault rifle, sharing the same receiver family as the Mk 17 SCAR-H. SOCOM cancelled further Mk 16 procurement in 2010, preferring to keep the M4A1 for 5.56mm and use the Mk 17 for larger calibers. Type: Semi-Auto Rifle Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 5.56x45mm Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 2009, Belgium/USA Weight: 7.25 oz Overall length: 35.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Special Operations