LWRC International · Carbine · In Production · 2014
| Weight (empty) | 3311 g (116.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 813 mm (32.01") |
| Barrel Length | 409 mm (16.10") |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Short Stroke |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 945 m/s (3100 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1787 J (1318 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 600 m (656 yd) |
| Frame Material | Aluminum 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