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ArmaLite is actually a small arms division of Fairchild_(aircraft_manufacturer). . producing small arms concepts and designs to be sold or licensed to other manufacturers. Take note, "small arms", hence the name Armalite.
The M-16 and AR- 15 popularly known as the "Armalite" rifle, is a weapon invented by Eugene Stoner as a substitute for the traditional automatic infantry rifle that is too heavy because of some components made of wood. In the 50's The United States Army was looking for a lightweight survival weapon that would not compromise firepower. After several prototypes from Stoner the M-16 was born. A lightweight firearm not lacking in firepower. True to its name the rifle was made of space age polymer components and alloys. In short, plastics and alloys were integrated to reduce a great amount of weight versus traditional components.. This weapon officially saw service in the Vietnam War in the early sixties as the standard infantry rifle of the U.S. Army.
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Who is armando lite?
The filipino inventor that invented the Armalite A15 or M16
Who invented the M4 Carbine?
The M4 is a shorter version of the M16 rifle, which is the military designation of the Armalite Rifle. Eugene Stoner is generally credited with the creation of the Armalite.
Who invented armalite rifle?
ArmaLite was a division of Fairchild, and made SEVERAL rifles that used the AR (ArmaLite Rifle) prefix. See the link below to a history of the company. Eugene Stoner was the primary designed of the AR15 series of firearms.
When was ArmaLite created?
ArmaLite was created in 1954.
Who invented the armalite rifle?
"Armalite rifle" is a term used to describe two rifles developed for the Armalite Division of the Fairchild Aircraft Company - the AR-15, and the AR-18. The AR-15 was developed from the earlier AR-10. The AR-15 and AR-18 were both designed by Eugene Stoner.
Who discovered armalite?
Armalite was discovered by a fiilipino inventor named armando lite.
What is the country of the inventor of armalite?
The Inventor Of The Armalite Is Armando Lite. The Country Of The Inventor IS Philippines.
Who invented the M16A1?
The M16A1 is the U.S. military designation for the AR-15 rifle built by Colt. The AR-15 itself was invented in 1957 by Eugene Stoner (1922-1997) while at ArmaLite.
What is an Armalite?
An armalite is any of a variety of assault rifles originally made in the United States from the late 1950s.
Who is the original inventor of the ArmaLite?
According to my teacher, the original inventor is Armando Malite. Armalite got its name from the inventor.
What does ar stand for ar15 gun?
ARmalite Model 15 but it very commonly thought to be automatic rifle.
Why m-16 called armalite rifle?
It was first made by the ArmaLite Corporation. When adopted by the military it was given a government designation of M16.
