From top to bottom: M16A1, M16A2, M4A1, M16A4. A Marine of the 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines cleans his XM16E1 in December 1967. In July 1960, General Curtis LeMay was impressed by a

Dec 9, 2025 · M16 rifle, assault rifle developed as the AR-15 by American engineer Eugene Stoner of ArmaLite Inc. in the late 1950s. The rifle received high marks for its light weight, its accuracy, and the …

Jul 18, 2025 · PFC Tommy Gribble displays his M16 rifle, which was hit by a round from an enemy AK-47 on Sept. 6, 1968. The round pierced Gribble’s forearm, passing between both bones, then …

The M16 is a selective-fire, a gas-operated rifle chambered in 5.56×45 mm (.223 Remington). Despite early flaws, the weapon is now considered among the best assault rifles in the world, offering …

May 30, 2025 · For over 60 years, the M16 rifle has been the backbone of the U.S. military’s small arms arsenal. Originally developed by Eugene Stoner and Armalite in 1956, this rifle was designed for …

The M16 rifle (officially designated Rifle, Caliber 5.56 mm, M16) is a family of assault rifles adapted from the ArmaLite AR-15 rifle for the United States military.

Dec 16, 2024 · The full history of the M16 rifle, from its development during the Vietnam War to its role in modern conflicts like Desert Storm and Afghanistan. Learn about its evolution, key variants, and …

Whether you are a firearms enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about military technology, this comprehensive guide on the M16 rifle will provide you with valuable knowledge and perspective on …

The M16A2 5.56mm rifle is a lightweight, air-cooled, gas-operated, magazine-fed, shoulder- or hip-fired weapon designed for either automatic fire (3-round bursts) or semiautomatic fire (single...

Mar 13, 2018 · The M16 rifle (officially designated Rifle, Caliber 5.56 mm, M16) is a family of assault rifles adapted from the ArmaLite AR-15 rifle for the United States military. The original M16 rifle was …