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SIG Sauer SIG516

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SIG Sauer SIG516
Quick Overview
Manufacturer
Production
2010 - 2020
Overview

The SIG Sauer SIG516 is a gas-piston operated AR-15 style rifle chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO. It uses a short-stroke gas piston system for improved reliability and reduced carbon fouling. The SIG516 features a free-floating barrel and a full-length Picatinny rail handguard. It is available in multiple barrel lengths for different mission profiles. The rifle was SIG's first serious entry into the piston-driven AR market.

Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
930 mm
Barrel Length
406 mm (16 inch)
Weight
3.3 kg
Mechanical
Action Type
Gas-operated, short-stroke piston
Trigger Type
Single stage
Sights Type
Flip-up backup iron sights
Magazine Capacity
30 rounds
Additional Information
action
Gas-operated, short-stroke piston
rate Of Fire
700 rpm

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