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USA M16A1

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Vietnam-era M16 with forward assist and birdcage flash hider. Original direct-impingement design.

Type: Rifle

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO

Capacity: 20

Year introduced: 1965, USA

Weight: 7.9 oz

Overall length: 39.5"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: Military Surplus / Collector