LWRC IC-A5

LWRC International · Carbine · In Production · 2014

Weight (empty)3311 g (116.8 oz)
Overall Length813 mm (32.01")
Barrel Length409 mm (16.10")
Magazine Capacity30 rounds
Action TypeGas Operated Short Stroke
Firing MechanismHammer Fired
Muzzle Velocity945 m/s (3100 fps)
Muzzle Energy1787 J (1318 ft·lbf)
Effective Range600 m (656 yd)
Frame MaterialAluminum Alloy

Primary Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO

The LWRC IC-A5 (Individual Carbine A5) represents LWRC International's refined take on the AR-15 platform, built around their patented self-regulating short-stroke gas piston system. Originally developed to compete in the U.S. Army's Individual Carbine competition, the IC-A5 incorporates advanced materials and design features intended to exceed M4 performance and reliability standards. The heart of the system is a short-stroke gas piston manufactured from aerospace-grade superalloys capable of w...

Country of Origin: United States