Monday, August 15, 2011

M4 Carbine

The M4 Carbine in action.



M4 Carbine Specs:

Weight (Empty): 6.36 lb (2.88 kg)
Weight (30 rnds): 6.9 lb (3.1 kg)
Length: 33 in (840 mm) (stock extended) / 29.75 in (756 mm) (stock retracted)
Barrel Length: 14.5 in (370 mm)
Cartridge: 5.56x45mm NATO
Action: Gas-operated, rotating bolt
Rate of Fire: 700-950 round/min cyclic
Muzzle Velocity: 2,900 ft/s or 884 m/s
Effective Range: 500 - 600 m
Feed System: 30 round box magazine

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