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The M16 is an AR-15. "M16" is simply a military nomenclature. As far as military rifles vs. civilian variants, the military rifles are manufactured under much more strict conditions than rifles manufactured for civilian sales.
Actually, the above is incorrect. The manufacturing process for an AR-15 is the exact same as for an M16; the sole difference is a very minor mechanical one - the M16 is designed for selective fire (the option to fire in an automatic mode), while the AR-15 is semi-automatic only.
Now, there are a variety of clones of the AR-15 design, and the quality on those varies, but actual AR-15s are produced by the same people as the M16, using the same equipment. Roughly 90% of the AR-15 parts are identical to those used in the M16.
Objectively, the M16 is better than the AR-15 for only one reason: it also offers the option to shoot in a 3-round bursts, in addition to semi-automatic mode. That's the only difference.
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What is the difference between AR15 and M16?
There are a large number of differences based on the models of both guns, however the most notable is that the AR15 is a semi-automatic and the M16 is capable of semi-automatic or full automatic.
What uses 223 ammo?
AR15, M16, M4, Ruger Mini 14
Is there a Civilian version M16 rifle?
Yes. The Colt AR15 is the original semi-auto version of the military M16. The rifle is now made by many manufacturers besides Colt.
What is the difference between ar15 m4 m16?
AR 15 - semi-automatic only M16 - depending on variant capable of full auto or burst fire. Will also fire semi-auto.
What is the stock and forend made from?
The stock and forearm were traditional wood, but can be other materials. With the AR15 and M16 rifle, they are made from metals and plastics.
Ar15 and m16 parts are interchangeable?
All M16s are AR-15s, but not all AR-15s are M16s. Most parts are interchangeable; however, the inside of an M16 lower receiver is milled differently to accommodate the auto sear.
What is better the M16 or the M4 carbine airsoft gun?
The M4 CARBINE IS BETTER THAN THE M16.
Is an ar15 more powerful than an M16?
Potentially, they could be. The AR-15 is available in the calibre .223/5.56 The M16 is the military nomenclature for a particular model of AR-15, and is only available in 5.56x45 chambering as a semi or a fully automatic.
What guns were used in 1950s?
Some guns include: Revolvers, AK's, M16, Uzi and much more...The ar15 and the m16 did not come into use until the late 60's. The weapons used before were the m14 and the m1 and m1 carbine.
How do you get a job at m16?
Enlist! What better way to get free ammo and GET PAID to shoot your M16!
Call of duty MW2 FAL or m16?
You should use a m16 because its better.
Is the l96 better than the m16?
uh well there completly different guns...the m16 is a assualt rifle and the l96 is a bolt action rifle. m16 is probly the better choice if your trying to survive on a battlefield.
