Colt M5 Carbine 5.56 NATO 16.1 in 30rd Matte Black
Specs at a glance
About this product
The Colt M5 Carbine Sentry is a modern sporting rifle built for adaptability and consistent performance in range, training, and competitive applications. It pairs a carbine-length gas system with a purpose-designed free-float rail to reduce bulk while maintaining rigidity and handling. The design incorporates full ambidextrous controls and folding low-profile sights for straightforward operation in either hand. A 15-inch free-floating M-LOK handguard provides modular attachment points without adding unnecessary weight.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is 5.56 NATO (.223 Rem).
- The barrel measures 16.1 inches.
- The rifling twist rate is 1:7 right-hand.
- The action is semi-automatic.
- The magazine included is 1 × 30‑round.
- The receiver material is 7075‑T6 aluminum.
- The handguard is a 15‑inch free‑floating M‑LOK design.
- The sights are flip‑up front and rear adjustable units.
- The stock is a collapsible Magpul CTR with multiple positions.
- Other features include full ambidextrous controls and a single‑stage trigger.
The Colt M5 Carbine Sentry delivers a practical blend of modern ergonomics and a modular accessory platform, making it straightforward to set up for range work and competitive formats. Its free‑floating M‑LOK rail and ambidextrous controls support a variety of setups while keeping operation simple and reliable.
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Key attributes
| upc | 098289020673 |
| manufacturer | Colt |
| manufacturer part number | CM556-16-M5S |
| action | Semi-Auto |
| atf type | MODERN SPORTING RIFLE |
| barrel finish | Black |
| barrel length | 16.1'' |
| caliber/gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| capacity | 30 |
| color | Black |
| length | 36'' |
| magazine included | 1 x 30-Round |
| model | M5 Carbine |
| number of magazines | 1 30 rd. |
| package height | 3.0 |
| package width | 9.0 |
| product type | AR |
| safety | Safety Selector Switch |
| shipping weight | 10.35 |
| sights | Flip Up Front & Rear |
| sights type | Adjustable Sights |
| state restriction (ca) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| state restriction (il) | NO SALE TO ILLINOIS PICA |
| state restriction (or) | NO SALE TO OREGON |
| state restriction (ri) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO RHODE ISLAND |
| state restriction (wa) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO WASHINGTON |