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Colt M4 Carbine VS Colt AR-15

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Colt M4 Carbine

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81%

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11 Reviews

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98%

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60 Reviews

Colt AR-15

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80%

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2 Reviews

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95%

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41 Reviews

50 MOA

Accuracy

50 MOA

6.5 Yeets

Damage

6.5 Yeets

1000 yards

Range

1000 yards

N/A

Recoil Velocity

N/A

10+1 rounds

Capacity

30+1 rounds

N/A

Mobility

-20649

50

Ergonomics

50

50

Fit & Finish

50

50

Reliability

50

MSRP:

$963.88

Used Price:

$963.88

New Price:

$1070.98

MSRP:

$1619.99

Used Price:

$1619.99

New Price:

$1799.99

Gun Specifications

Specifications

Colt M4 Carbine

Colt AR-15

Weight

112 oz

Length

32" - 32.5"

32"-35.5"

Action

Semi-Automatic

Semi-Automatic

Caliber

.223 Remington

.223 Remington

Capacity

10+1

30+1

Finish

Black

Black

Gun Type

Rifle

Barrel Length

16.12"

Gun Stats

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Gun Descriptions

Colt M4 Carbine

*This model is California compliant it has the required bullet button.??? Designed specifically for lightweight mobility, speed of target acquisition, and potent firepower capability - the Colt Law Enforcement Carbine delivers. This specially designed law enforcement weapon system features many of the combat proven advantages of the military Colt M4. Colt teamed up with Magpul Industries to outfit this carbine with the most highly sought after accessories. Magpul MOE handguards, MOE carbine stock, MOE pistol grip, MOE vertical grip and a Magpul Back-up Sight all come as standard equipment on this exceptional carbine. And so the world renowned line of Colt carbines can be available to residents of most states (non-compliant in New Jersey), this model comes standard with a nine-round magazine and a factory installed Bullet Button. Front Sight? : Adjustable Post for Elevation Rear Sight?? : Flip-Up, Adjustable for Windage Bore ? ? ? ? ?? : Chromed, 6 Grooves, 1-7" RH Twist

Colt AR-15

The AR-15A3 is an exceptional patrol rifle with tactical accuracy chosen by federal, state and local agencies. The 16.1" (40.9 cm) heavy barrel with 1 in 9" (229 mm) rifling twist allows flexibility in ammunition selection. The telescopic buttstock adjusts to four positions to enhance mobility and fit to a wider range of operators. The cartridge case deflector allows easy operation in both right and left handed shooting positions for increased tactical applications. The muzzle compensator further reduces muzzle climb and helps eliminate flash and dust signatures. In position the removable carrying handle provides an M16A4 target style sight adjustable for windage and elevation to 600 meters. Easily removable, the flat top upper receiver allows for easy mounting of optical, night vision and other tactical sighting systems. The tactical carbine is the answer to all the requirements of modern law enforcement.

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