The LWRC M6A3 is the third-generation M6 platform, preceding the IC-A5 and incorporating LWRC's full Nicorr surface treatment, an improved gas block, and enhanced handguard. The M6A3 was the top LWRC production model before the IC-A5 superseded it with the fully ambidextrous lower. Many M6A3 rifles remain in service with law enforcement agencies that purchased them during the 2010-2014 period. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 5.56x45mm Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 2011, USA Weight: 79.5 oz Overall length: 34.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: law_enforcement, sporting