E&C COLT M16A2 Airsoft AEG Rifle (EC321 QC 2.0 Gearbox/ Licensed by Cybergun)
Price: $179.81 — In stock.
About Real M16A2 The M16A2 is a significant evolutionary model within the M16 rifle family, serving as a 5.56?45mm NATO lightweight assault rifle that was adopted by the United States Armed Forces in the 1980s. It was developed as a direct successor to the Vietnam War-era M16A1, with the goal of incorporating numerous improvements based on combat experience and changes in ammunition standards, eventually becoming the standard-issue service rifle for the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Army for many years. The M16A2 is a lightweight, air-cooled, gas-operated, magazine-fed shoulder weapon. Its most notable departure from its predecessor lies in its firing mechanism. While the M16A1 offered semi-automatic and fully automatic modes, the M16A2 replaces full-auto with a three-round burst mode. This decision was made to enhance accuracy by preventing the uncontrollable muzzle rise associated with full-auto fire, while also promoting better ammunition conservation by discouraging the practice of "spraying" rounds. Several key design changes were implemented to improve the rifle's performance and durability. It features a heavier, stiffer barrel with a faster 1:7-inch twist rate, which was necessary to properly stabilize the new, heavier NATO-standard SS109/M855 projectile. This change extended the rifle's effective range and improved its barrier penetration compared to the older M55/M193 round. Complementing the new barrel, the M16A2 received an improved adjustable rear sight that allows for windage and elevation adjustments, with range increments marked up to 800 meters to take full advantage of the new ammunition's flatter trajectory. Beyond internal mechanics, the M16A2 incorporated several ergonomic and physical enhancements. The distinctive triangular handguards of the M16A1 were replaced with a stronger, rounder design that feels more comfortable in the hand and provides better heat shielding. The buttstock and pistol grip were also made from a more durable polymer. A