--- title: "Caracal CAR816 Black 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifle" description: "Semi-automatic 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem rifle with a 16\" 4150 CMV QPQ nitride barrel, short-stroke piston system, 9.1\" M-LOK handguard, and Magpul STR stock." canonical_url: "https://www.kygunco.com/product/caracal-u80021041-car816-a2-16-standard" meta: author: KYGUNCO "og:description": "Semi-automatic 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem rifle with a 16\" 4150 CMV QPQ nitride barrel, short-stroke piston system, 9.1\" M-LOK handguard, and Magpul STR stock." "og:image": "https://cdn.kygunco.com/assets/products/253052/thumbnail.jpg?v=1711197689" "og:image:height": "500" "og:image:width": "500" "og:title": "Caracal CAR816 Black 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifle" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.kygunco.com/llms.txt) [Home](https://www.kygunco.com/) / [Shooting](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting) / [Guns](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns) / [Rifles](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns/rifles) / [Semi-Auto](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns/rifles/semi-auto) / CRC-U80021041 ![Main product image](https://static.kygunco.com/cdn-cgi/image/f=auto,w=600/assets/products/253052/main.jpg?v=1711197689) For illustration purposes only, this image may not be an exact representation of the product. # CARCAL CAR816 A2 5.56 NATO / 223 Rem 16" 30rd Semi-Auto AR15 Rifle | Black M-LOK + Magpul STR Stock The new Caracal CAR816 is a semi-automatic AR15-style rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem. It uses a gas-operated short-stroke piston system with a three-position adjustable gas key, a 16" 4150 CMV QPQ nitride barrel, forged 7075 receivers, a 9.1" M-LOK handguard, and a Magpul STR stock. $1,755 ** 5 interest-free payments of **$351** with ![Sezzle logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/sezzle.svg) ** ![Credova logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/credova.svg) As low as **$215.01**/month with ![Credova text logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/credova-text.svg) ** Online In Store ** Free Shipping Enjoy delivery to the Lower 48 States at no cost. ** Ships To FFL Dealer Handled by our expert shippers in Bardstown, KY. ** Check Local Restrictions Not sure whether this item can be shipped to your area? Enter your ZIP code for a quick check. Almost gone. Order now before it sells out. Item # 253052 Style CRC-U80021041 UPC 819558020176 Condition New Manufacturer [Caracal](https://www.kygunco.com/brand/caracal) Model CAR816 Hand Right Hand Finish Black Round Capacity 30 Caliber 5.56 NATO, 223 Rem Length 36.3 in Action Semi-Auto Barrel Length 16 in Introducing the exceptional features the CAR816 Gas Operated Short Stroke Piston rifle! With a 3 Position Adjustable gas key, this rifle offers ultimate control and versatility. It goes above and beyond NATO test protocols, ensuring superior performance in challenging conditions such as Bore Obstruction and "Over the Beach" Testing. Crafted with a Forged 7075 Hard Coat Anodized upper and lower receiver set, this rifle guarantees durability and reliability. Its 9" Handguard features a key lock anti-cant, integrated QD points, and an Mlok® attachment system for enhanced usability. Equipped with a QPQ 4150 CMV Barrel and Caracal® Barrel Extension and Chamber Design, this rifle ensures remarkable accuracy every time. The QPQ BCG and Caracal® Anti Tilt Carrier with Carpenter 158 Bolt further enhance the rifle's performance. Not to mention, the Enhanced Duty Trigger, Ambi Selector, and stakeless end plate with integrated QD point make this rifle a dream to operate. And to top it all off, it comes with a lifetime warranty, providing peace of mind for years to come. Experience the power, precision, and reliability of our 5.56x45mm NATO Gas Operated Short Stroke Piston rifle today. Shop with KYGUNCO for the best selection, competitive pricing, and exceptional customer service. Experience the difference that comes with buying from a trusted outdoor retailer with over 20 years of experience in the industry. - Caliber: 5.56 x 45mm NATO - Operating principle: Gas Operated, Piston - Modes of fire: Safe and Semi, or optional Select Fire - Overall Length (stock extended): 36.3″ (922mm) - Overall Length (stock collapsed): 33″ (838mm) - Barrel Length: 16″ (406mm) - Barrel Contour: Modified M4 - Barrel Material: 4150 CMV, QPQ Black Nitride - Rifling Twist: 1:7” (1:178mm) - Flash Hider: A2 Style – ½”-28 Threads - Weight w/o Magazine: 7.4 lbs. (3.3kg) - Trigger type: EDT® Sharp Shooter - Trigger Pull: 5.5 lbs. (2.5kg) - Magazine type: Polymer with Steel Feed Lips - Magazine capacity: 30 rounds / 10 rounds - Hand Guard: Caracal® 9.1″ with M-LOK®, integrated QD - Butt stock: Magpul® STR Carbine Stock Mil-Spec - Grip: Caracal® ** WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 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