Springfield Armory · Battle-Rifle · Out Of Production · 1963
| Weight (empty) | 5100 g (179.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1120 mm (44.09") |
| Barrel Length | 559 mm (22.01") |
| Magazine Capacity | 20 rounds |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Short Stroke |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 850 m/s (2789 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 3430 J (2530 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 460 m (503 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO
The M14E2 was the developmental designation for the M14 squad automatic weapon variant fielded by the U.S. Army Infantry School in 1963 before being type-classified as the M14A1 in 1966. The rifle introduced the now-recognizable in-line straight-line stock with a fixed vertical pistol grip, a folding front handgrip adjustable through five one-inch positions, an M2 steel bipod, a muzzle stabilizer over the original slotted flash suppressor, a synthetic upper handguard for thermal protection, and ...
Country of Origin: United States
Designer: United States Army Infantry School