Geissele URGI

Geissele Automatics LLC · Carbine · In Production · 2018

Weight (empty)1900 g (67.0 oz)
Overall Length616 mm (24.25")
Barrel Length368 mm (14.49")
Magazine Capacity30 rounds
Action TypeGas Operated Direct Impingement
Firing MechanismHammer Fired
Muzzle Velocity930 m/s (3051 fps)
Muzzle Energy1730 J (1276 ft·lbf)
Effective Range500 m (547 yd)
Frame MaterialAluminum Alloy

Primary Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO

The Geissele Upper Receiver Group - Improved (URG-I or URGI) is a complete M4A1 upper receiver assembly developed through collaboration between Geissele Automatics and Daniel Defense, adopted by United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) in 2018. Unveiled at SHOT Show 2018, the URGI represents a significant upgrade to the standard M4A1 carbine, replacing the legacy SOPMOD Block II upper receivers used by US Army Special Forces Groups and the 75th Ranger Regiment. The system features ...

Country of Origin: United States

Designer: Geissele Automatics, Daniel Defense