CAR 814 A2
Caracal International LLC · Rifle · In Production · 2019
Also known as: CAR814, CAR 814 Patrol
Overview
The Caracal CAR 814 A2 is a direct impingement gas-operated semi-automatic rifle built on the AR-15 platform, manufactured by Caracal International LLC. Unlike the piston-driven CAR 816, the CAR 814 uses a traditional direct impingement system, offering a lighter and more familiar platform for civilian and law enforcement users. Available in multiple barrel lengths (16", 14.5", 11.5", and 7.5") and chambered in both 5.56x45mm NATO and .300 AAC Blackout, the CAR 814 features an M-LOK free-floating handguard, ambidextrous controls, and STANAG magazine compatibility.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2903 g (102.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 909 mm (35.79") |
| Folded Length | 818 mm (32.20") |
| Barrel Length | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Direct Impingement |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 24 N (5.4 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 922 m/s (3025 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1700 J (1254 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 400 m (437 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 3600 m (3937 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 178 mm (7.01") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Hard Anodized |
Calibers
- 5.56x45mm NATO · primary · 5.56x45mm NATO — also known as 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 5.56x45mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety Selector, Firing Pin Safety
- Features: Direct Impingement Gas System, M Lok Handguard, Picatinny Rail Top, Ambidextrous Controls, Mil Spec Trigger, Free Floating Barrel, Collapsible Stock
Variants
- CAR 814 A2 Patrol 14.5" SBR — Sbr
- CAR 814 A2 Patrol 11.5" SBR — Sbr
- CAR 814 A2 Patrol .300 BLK — Caliber Variant
Production
Production years: 2019-present
Origin
Country of origin: United Arab Emirates
Notes
The CAR 814 A2 Patrol is the civilian semi-automatic variant available in the United States through Caracal USA. Features an EDT Sharp Shooter trigger with 5.5 lb pull weight. Available with 10-round magazines for restricted states. The 'A2' designation indicates the second-generation civilian model.
Background
The CAR 814 represents Caracal's entry into the direct impingement market, complementing their piston-driven CAR 816. While the 816 was designed primarily for military use in harsh desert conditions, the 814 targets the civilian and law enforcement market where the lighter weight and familiarity of the DI system are advantageous.