The LWRC IC-DI (Individual Carbine — Direct Impingement) represents LWRC's move to direct impingement after building its reputation on piston systems. The IC-DI uses a proprietary nickel-boron coated carrier and a tuned DI gas system to compete with premium piston carbines on cleanliness. LWRC builds in Cambridge, Maryland with cold-hammer-forged barrels. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 2015, USA Weight: 96 oz Overall length: 34.5" Status: Active Intended use: military, law_enforcement, tactical, sporting