If the rifle has M16 stamped on it, it is an M16. The letter "M" simply stands for MILITARY MODEL even though it's only 1 letter "M"-16.
AR stood for the company that originally built the rifle, the Armalite company.
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.
AR15, M16, M4, Ruger Mini 14
Yes. The Colt AR15 is the original semi-auto version of the military M16. The rifle is now made by many manufacturers besides Colt.
AR 15 - semi-automatic only M16 - depending on variant capable of full auto or burst fire. Will also fire semi-auto.
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.
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.
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.
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.
On the AR15/ M16, the spring is retained by the buffer. The buffer is retained by a pin located at the lower outer edge of the extension tube.
Eugene Stoner is given credit for creating the automatic rifle system that evolved into the M16. As with any prototype, there were several problems that needed to be overcome to produce a dependable rifle, the AR15/M16 is no different. There have been hundreds of modifications & improvements made to the weapon by hundreds of people, even to this day people are personalizing & modifying the weapon system.
Yes, an M16 bolt carrier can fit an AR-15 rifle, as both share a similar design and dimensions. However, the M16 bolt carrier includes a full-auto feature that allows for automatic fire, while the AR-15 is designed for semi-automatic operation. If an M16 bolt carrier is used in an AR-15, it must be paired with the appropriate fire control group to ensure safe and proper function. Always ensure compliance with local laws and regulations regarding firearm modifications.
The typical AR15 fires the same type of bullet as the M16: a .223 caliber (5.56mmx45mm NATO) round. There are AR-15 rifles that have special barrels made for a variety of popular cartridges, even the little .22LR.