Heckler and Koch HK416
The HK416 is a 5.56x45mm
magazine fed lightweight auto rifle available in multiple barrel lengths that
is gas operated through short stroke gas piston system for enhanced reliability
built on the common M4/M16/AR15 style platform. is frequently referred to as
the multi-role style platform. Frequently referred to as the versatile weapon.
Background
The HK416 was developed by
HK for an enhanced and improved M4 style system for Military special operations
and Law Enforcement use that provided more reliability and was longer lasting
with increased operator safety.
A multi-role weapon:
The base HK416 system can
and has been outfitted with various accessories, ammunition, and/or barrel
lengths.
• Sustained automatic fire while
remaining extremely man-portable and fatigue-free. an-portable without causing
fatigue
• Precision fire by a
designated marksman (DM) using precision ammunition and accessories.
• Use in Direct Action (DA)
and Close Quarters Battle (CQB) roles (with either automatic or single fire).
• In the amphib • In the
amphibious role providing enhanced operator safety features within the design.
• In the role of law
enforcement patrol rifles, first responders, and enhanced security presence
• As a general-purpose
service weapon.
Special Qualities:
Continuity, Robustness,
Safety, Quality, and Accuracy
Procedure:
Quick stroke A system
powered by a gas piston and "Pusher Rod" offers a more dependable
functioning while keeping system cleanliness.
• Reduces fouling of the
bolt, bolt carrier, and chamber by directing 95% of hot propellant gases and
fouling out of the weapon's muzzle end.
• Minimizes heat
transmission, decreasing wear on important components.
• Cuts down on operator
cleanup time.
• Takes seconds to disassemble.
• More dependable in
challenging conditions and while using different types of ammo from shorter
barrels.
• Because there is less
heat transfer than with gas impingement systems, sustained fire rates may
increase.
• Rotating bolt and closed-bolt
firing system for improved safety and precision over open-bolt firing method.
Sights: Picatinny
rail–mounted front and rear iron sights, optional removable gas block-mounted
flip-up front sight post
Length: 709–1,030 mm
(27.9–40.6 in) (A5, retractable stock)
Rate of fire: 700–900 rounds/min;
850 rounds/min (HK416 A5)
Muzzle velocity: 730 m/s (9 in); 788
m/s (10.4 in); 882 m/s (14.5 in); 890 m/s (16.5 in); 917 m/s (20 in)
Height: 236–240 mm (9.3–9.4
in)
Mass: 3.120–3.850 kg
(6.88–8.49 lb) (A5 without magazine); 3.740–4.470 kg (8.25–9.85 lb) (A5 with
full 30-round magazine)
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