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Traditionally, the US Military designates the year that the weapon was accepted, as the Model number. Such as the Model 1911 Colt .45 (automatic) pistol, or the M-1903 Springfield (bolt action) rifle. In the case of the M-16 rifle, Armalite manufactured 14 firearms prior to their AR-15; thus, when the military adapted it, they added military modifications to it, making it different from the AR-15, therefore it was a 16th AR type firearm. Model (M stands for Military Model) 16.
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What is the role of m16 rifle in combat?
The M16 sieries of rifles are individual combat weapons.
What is a m16 composed of?
the M16 assault rifle is composed of steel, aircraft grade aluminum, composite plastics, and polymer
Is the M16 a banned weapon?
Depends where you are and what gun regulations are in place.
What where the new weapons used in world war 1?
M16
What rifle is standard issue for US military?
The standard assault rifle for the US Armed Forces is the M16, the Marines first created the M16A4 the newest version of the M16, before 2011 the US Army were using the M16A3 but now they are adapting the M16A4. Although the M4A1 carbine is being used more by the US military now then the M16. In about 10 years the M4 is to be replaced.
Why is Manchester united called M16?
The postal code for Old Trafford, Manchester United's home stadium, is M16 0RA.
Why is M16 called a M16?
The military just followed there nomenclature because the previous US military battle rifle was the m-14.
What is the cost of a M16?
A M16 cost about $2000.00
What is Alex rider about?
A 14 year old boy who is working for an agency called M16
Which fires more accurately ak-47 or m16?
M16
When was m16 assault weapon invented?
The M16 was invented @ 1960
Is the m16 a real gun?
The M16 and the M4 are the US designations for the AR-15 pattern of rifles.
How did music change during Vietnam?
Full automatic on the M16 rifle was called "rock n roll."
Is the m16 still in use?
Yes, along with the carbine version of the M16, the M4.
What kind of ammo does an M16 use?
the m16 uses 5.56 caliber ammo
How do you get a job at m16?
Enlist! What better way to get free ammo and GET PAID to shoot your M16!
What is the role of m16 rifle in combat?
The M16 sieries of rifles are individual combat weapons.
