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It has the potential to jam the same way any other rifle does. Poor quality magazines have been an issue, failed extraction was an issue on earlier models (largely rectified by the addition of chrome lining and the issuance of cleaning kits), accumulation of carbon in the action.

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What bullet does m16 rifle use?

The M16 assault rifle is chambered for the 5.56x45mm NATOintermediate rifle cartridge. It can also accept .223 Remington rounds.


What is the material for a M16 Bolt?

The M16 assault rifle's bolt and bolt carrier are made of steel.


What is a m16 composed of?

the M16 assault rifle is composed of steel, aircraft grade aluminum, composite plastics, and polymer


What type of metal is the M16 made out of?

The M16 assault rifle's receiver is made from 7075 aluminium alloy, which is high in zinc.


What assault rifle is taking over from the m16?

For now, the M16 is supplemented by the M4 carbine version, but there is no replacement named as yet.


Is the m4 a assault rifle or a sub machine gun?

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What caliber is the M16 rifle and is it accurate?

The M16 is an assault rifle that is a .223 caliber / 5.56 mm. like any weapon it is only as accurate as its shooter, <><><> It can be very accurate.


What is the cyclic rate of fire for the m16?

The cyclic rate of fire of the M16 assault rifle is 700-950 rounds per minute.


How much does a magazine from a m16 assault rifle weigh?

roughly one pound, when loaded


How much does an assault rifle weigh?

It depends on which rifle. <><><> Agree with above. There is no one "assault rifle", and no one weight. The German StG44 weighed 10.2 lbs, the M16 weighs 7.1 lbs.


What kind of amo does the M16 take?

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