| CAR-15 | |
|---|---|
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| Origin |  United States
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| Type | Carbine |
| Manufacturer | Colt Defense |
| Primary user | Forgotten Army |
| General characteristics | |
| Weight | 5.35 lbs (2.43 kg) |
| Cartridge | 5.56x45mm |
The Colt CAR-15, also known as the Colt Model 609 and XM177E1, is an American-designed carbine version of the M16A1. It is seen used by Forgotten Army personnel in cutscenes.
Overview[]
Produced from late 1966 to early 1967, the Model 609 was the first Colt AR-15 carbine to see widespread use by the US military. It was designated XM177E1 by the US Army. The Model 609 / XM177E1 featured a tear drop forward assist, upgraded takedown pin assembly, a simpler two-position telescoping tubular aluminum stock, reinforced two-piece round handguards, a 10" barrel, and an improved 4.25" moderator. Earlier models featured partial fence lowers, while later models featured full fence lowers. This version was also where they started stamping the receivers "Commando", the origin of the "Colt Commando" moniker.
In Game[]
The CAR-15 is only seen in cutscenes.