Colt SOCOM Carbine AR15 5.56mm NATO/223 Remington 16.1in Black Semi-Auto Modern Sporting Rifle – 30+1 Rounds

Colt SOCOM Carbine AR-15 5.56 NATO / .223 Remington 16.1 Inch Black Semi-Auto Rifle – Lightweight Tactical Carbine Platform

The Colt SOCOM Carbine AR-15 5.56 NATO / .223 Remington 16.1 Inch Semi-Automatic Rifle is a modern sporting rifle built on the AR-15/M4 platform. It is designed for lightweight handling, fast target acquisition, and general-purpose tactical or patrol-style use.

This configuration emphasizes durability, modularity, and reliability in a compact, mission-oriented layout.

Key Features

• Chambered in 5.56mm NATO / .223 Remington

• 30+1 round capacity

• 16.1-inch chrome-lined barrel

• 1:7 twist rate for stabilized bullet performance

• Direct impingement gas system

• M4-style feed ramps

• M16-style bolt carrier group

• H2 buffer system

• Adjustable front post sight

• Flip-up rear BUIS (backup iron sights)

• Collapsible black stock

• Troy rail system handguard

• Ambidextrous safety selector

• Side sling swivel at gas block

Lightweight Tactical Design

The SOCOM Carbine is built for mobility and quick handling. With a weight under 7 pounds and a collapsible stock, it is optimized for maneuverability in close quarters and rapid deployment scenarios.

The adjustable stock allows the rifle to be shortened significantly, improving handling in confined environments.

Barrel and Performance

The 16.1-inch chrome-lined barrel improves corrosion resistance and barrel life. The 1:7 twist rate is designed to stabilize a wide range of 5.56 NATO projectile weights, including heavier modern defensive loads.

Gas System and Reliability

The direct impingement gas system, combined with an H2 buffer and M16-style bolt carrier group, is intended to enhance reliability under higher round counts and varying operating conditions.

Sight and Rail Configuration

This rifle includes both a fixed front sight post and flip-up rear backup iron sights. The Troy rail system allows for mounting optics, grips, lights, and other modular accessories.

Ergonomics and Controls

The collapsible stock and ambidextrous safety improve usability for different shooter preferences and shooting positions. The AR platform design ensures familiarity for users trained on standard M4-style rifles.

Colt SOCOM Carbine Specifications

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: SOCOM Carbine (M4A1 Carbine configuration)
Action: Semi-Automatic, Direct Impingement
Caliber: 5.56mm NATO / .223 Remington
Capacity: 30+1 Rounds
Barrel Length: 16.1 Inches
Barrel Type: Chrome-lined, 1:7 twist
Receiver Material: Aluminum alloy (AR-15 platform)
Stock: Collapsible black buttstock
Handguard: Troy rail system
Sights: Adjustable front post / flip-up rear BUIS
Weight: 6.9 lbs
Overall Length: 35.5 inches
Type: Centerfire

Overall Role

This rifle is best understood as a general-purpose AR-15 platform configured for tactical mobility and reliability. It balances portability with full 5.56 NATO performance, making it suitable for training, patrol-style use, and modular customization.