Beretta 92FS / M9 vs M16

1981–present

1959–present

>5,000,000

Over 8,000,000

217 mm

1006mm (39.6 in)

125 mm

508mm (20 in)

945 g (unloaded)

3.6 kg (7.9 lb)

15+1 rounds

20 or 30 rounds standard

short recoil

Gas-operated, direct impingement

DA/SA

Single-stage

3-dot sights

Adjustable iron sights, carry handle with rear aperture