2A Armament · Rifle · In Production · 2014
| Weight (empty) | 2268 g (80.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 838 mm (32.99") |
| Barrel Length | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Direct Impingement |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 930 m/s (3051 fps) |
| Effective Range | 500 m (547 yd) |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
Primary Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
The 2A Armament Balios Lite BLR-16 is a premium, ultra-lightweight AR-15-pattern rifle built almost entirely in-house by 2A Armament of Boise, Idaho. It is built on CNC-machined 7075-T6 billet upper and lower receivers featuring a flared magazine well, a 'slick side' upper, a rear tensioning screw for a tighter receiver fit, and a screw-in bolt-catch pin. The 16-inch 416-R stainless barrel is QPQ-treated and runs a mid-length gas system with a 1:8 twist. Weight savings come from extensive use of...
Country of Origin: United States
Designer: 2A Armament