Aero Precision M5 .308

Aero Precision · Battle-Rifle · In Production · 2014

Weight (empty)3856 g (136.0 oz)
Overall Length889 mm (35.00")
Barrel Length406 mm (15.98")
Magazine Capacity20 rounds
Action TypeGas Operated Direct Impingement
Firing MechanismHammer Fired
Muzzle Velocity780 m/s (2559 fps)
Effective Range800 m (875 yd)
Frame MaterialAluminum Alloy

Primary Caliber: .308 Winchester

The Aero Precision M5 is the company's large-frame AR-10 / .308 platform, the big-bore counterpart to its popular AR-15-pattern M4E1. Built around forged 7075-T6 aluminum upper and lower receivers, the M5 is a direct-impingement, gas-operated rifle most commonly offered as a 16-inch carbine with a mid-length gas system and a low-profile adjustable gas block. Barrels are typically 4150 CMV steel (stainless options exist) with a 1:10 twist and 5/8x24 threaded muzzle. The M5 uses Aero's free-float ...

Country of Origin: United States

Designer: Aero Precision