Knights Armament M4 MWS (Modular Weapon System) Carbine Rifle (2004)
The M4 MWS is a light and compact weapon based on the M16A4 and is fielded with the USMC.
The M4 MWS is a versatile field performer with the rail adapter able to mount various compatible components including various scopes, flashlights, target designators and the M203 40mm grenade launcher. Standard ammunition is the 30-round detachable box magazine housing 30 rounds. The smaller size of the M4, when compared to the M16 series as a whole, offers up portability and increased accuracy when firing in close quarters.
As of this writing, the M4 MWS was being field tested by the United States Marine Corps and seen as a heavy-hitting replacement for select M9 9mm pistols currently in service. The thinking is that the M4 MWS would also replace the M16A4 in some cases, being fielded as a smaller, yet more potent alternative to either weapon in service, particularly for vehicle crews, airborne assault units and combat engineer elements.
Cyclic rate-of-fire is reported to be between 700-900 rounds per minute with an effective range of 500 meters to a point target and 600 meters to a target area. The front sight is adjustable and the rear site can be ranged up to 600 meters with windage taken into account. Fire selection is limited to a semi and a burst round capability along with a safety. Text ©2003-2013 www.MilitaryFactory.com • All Rights Reserved • No Reproduction Permitted
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Specifications for the
Knights Armament M4 MWS (Modular Weapon System)
Carbine Rifle
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: Knights Armament Company - USA
Initial Year of Service: 2004
Overall Length: 755mm (29.72in)
Barrel Length: 0.00mm (0.00in)
Weight (Empty): 6.48lbs (2.94kg)
Cartridge: 5.56x45mm NATO
Action: Gas-Operated; Semi-Automatic
Feed: 30-Round Detachable Box
Muzzle Velocity: 2,970ft/sec (905m/sec)
Rate-of-Fire: 700 rounds per minute
Range: 1,804ft (550m; 601yds)
Operators: the United States of America
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