RISE Watchman LE
RISE Armament · Carbine · In Production · 2018
Also known as: Watchman LE, RISE Armament Watchman LE
Overview
The RISE Watchman LE is the law-enforcement configuration of the RISE Watchman, a semi-automatic .223 Wylde AR-15 developed with input from SWAT, SRT, patrol officers, and military snipers to be duty-ready out of the box. It uses forged upper and lower receivers, a 16-inch CB-160 416R stainless steel barrel capable of sub-MOA accuracy, a mid-length gas system, and a 13.5-inch M-LOK handguard with a continuous top rail. The LE trim swaps in the LE145 Tactical trigger at a duty-appropriate 4.5-pound pull, a Magpul MOE stock and grip, a RISE advanced four-prong flash hider, an ambidextrous safety with interchangeable paddles, and a black nitride bolt carrier group. RISE positions the Watchman LE as an accurate, dependable, budget-conscious patrol and tactical rifle. An SBR/pistol configuration with an 11.5-inch carbine-gas barrel and 10-inch handguard is also offered.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2948 g (104.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 819 mm (32.24") |
| Barrel Length | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Direct Impingement |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 20 N (4.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 940 m/s (3084 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1764 J (1301 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 550 m (601 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 3600 m (3937 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 178 mm (7.01") |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Hard Anodized |
Calibers
- 5.56x45mm NATO · primary · 5.56x45mm NATO — also known as 5.56mm NATO, 5.56x45mm, .223 Wylde, .223 Remington
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Ambidextrous Safety Selector
- Features: Mid Length Gas System, Free Floating Handguard, M Lok Rail, Picatinny Rail, Le145 Tactical Trigger, Rise Four Prong Flash Hider, Magpul Moe Stock, Magpul Moe Grip, Black Nitride Bcg, Forged Receivers, Cb 160 Barrel, Sub Moa Capable, Threaded Barrel
Base model
Production
Production years: 2018-present
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
Law-enforcement-only sales; LE pricing on request. 4.5 lb LE145 Tactical trigger for duty use. Also offered as SBR/pistol (11.5-inch barrel, carbine gas, 10-inch handguard). Lifetime transferable warranty.
Background
Developed with feedback from SWAT, SRT, patrol officers, and military snipers, the Watchman LE is RISE's bid to put an accuracy-guaranteed rifle on a law enforcement budget.