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Combat Arms
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2869 Grove Way
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Castro Valley, California 94546-6709
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Telephone (415) 538-6544
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BBS Phone: (415) 537-1777
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The Colt AR15A2 H-BAR
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The following description relates to the Colt M16A2 (Model 701) and
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the Colt AR15A2 H-BAR (Model R6600). The M16 and its variants are capable
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of full automatic fire while the AR15 in its different configurations is
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available in semiautomatic only. Civilians in California may not possess
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fully automatic or burst weapons nor may they possess the parts which make
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a semiautomatic weapon fully automatic or capable of burst fire.
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The new concepts of rapid deployment, mobility and increased firepower
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now play a major part in the overall strategy of modern warfare. Where
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emphasis is now put on small tactical units which are able to "get in and
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out fast," there exists an increased need for a lightweight, highly
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dependable service rifle with added firepower. The Colt M16 rifle has set
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the standard for lightweight, dependable rifles in 5.56 x 45mm (which is
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the same as .223 Remington) with over 6,000,000 having been produced for
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armed forces throughout the world. When NATO adopted the 5.56mm cartridge,
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the Colt M16 rifle was the control weapon by which all others were judged.
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The results proved that it was also the most reliable and effective weapon
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tested.
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The M16/AR15 system's straight line construction disperses recoil
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straight back to the shoulder and keeps barrel climb to a minimum through
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the use of an improved flash hider, which deflects gases upward and creates
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an equal but opposite reaction, forcing the barrel to not rise. Minimum
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barrel climb is critical to the need for the accurate high volume fire
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required by today's infantry. By filling in the bottom of the combination
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flash hider/muzzle compensator, the new unit eliminates dust dispersion in
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prone firing positions.
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A rotating bolt with eight lugs locks into the barrel, eliminating the
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need for a heavy steel receiver. The unique direct gas system of the Colt
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M16A2 and AR15 H-BAR is self regulating and thereby eliminates the old
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conventional operating rod normally associated with gas operated weapons.
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Although the Colt M16 is one of the most combat proven weapon systems
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in the world, Colt continues to incorporate state of the art improvements.
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At the request of the United States Marine Corps, the Colt M16A2 and AR15A2
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H-BAR feature a new forearm, buttstock and pistol grip designed for greater
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comfort and effectiveness and produced from new high strength nylon for
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greater durability. The stronger, ribbed round forearm provides greater
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grip control with an improved heat deflector for sustained fire. The rear
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retaining ring for the forearm is now beveled to permit easier removal of
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the forearm. The pistol grip incorporates an ergonomic new front and back
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side for rapid positioning of the hand and reduction of hand slippage on
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the pistol grip.
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Also changed was the rifling twist on the Colt M16A2 and AR15A2 H-BAR.
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Now 1 turn in 7", the rifle barrel accommodates the entire range of 5.56mm
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ammunition, including the new NATO SS109 (M855) 62 grain 5.56mm ammunition.
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A heavier 20.0 inch barrel also increases long range accuracy by adding
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stiffness and stability. This barrel is heavy from chamber to muzzle.
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The U.S. Marine Corps also requested, and Colt included on the M16A2
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and AR15A2 H-BAR, a new sighting system which encompasses a rear sight with
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dual apertures (0-300 and 300-800 meters). The front sight is now squared
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and adjustable for elevation with four detents instead of the original
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five. The new rear sight is adjustable for both windage and elevation. The
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elevation knob on the rear sight is graduated from 300 meters to 800 meters
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so that range adjustments can be made directly in meters, eliminating the
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need to remember bullet drop. This new sighting system makes it possible to
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take advantage of the greater effective range (in excess of 800 meters) and
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penetration available with the new NATO SS109 (M855) 62 grain rounds. The
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new NATO round fired in the Colt M16A2 or AR15A2 H-BAR has proven capable
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of penetrating a steel helmet at ranges beyond 800 meters.
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The Colt M16A2 has been adopted as a standard for all U.S. Forces and
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is currently the latest issue rifle for the U.S. Marine Corps. With a
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record that is unmatched by any other weapon system, it is no wonder the
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the U.S. Marine Corps considers there to be "...no finer service rifle
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available in the world today." It is truly the new world standard.
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Also standard on the Colt M16A2 and AR15A2 H-BAR is a cartridge case
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deflector for the benefit of the 8-12% of the United States population that
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is left handed. The bottom of the trigger guard may be opened to facilitate
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the firing of the weapon when the user is wearing winter mittens or gloves,
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thus rendering obsolete the need for a special winter trigger attachment.
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The muzzle velocity with 55 grain full metal jacket ammunition (M193
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ball) is 3250 feet per second and 3110 feet per second with the 62 grain
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SS109/M855 NATO round. The SS109/M855 round has a maximum range of 3600
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meters and the Colt M16A2 and AR15A2 H-BAR has an effective range of 975
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meters with this new NATO round. With an overall length of 39.6 inches/1.0
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meters, the Colt M16A2 and the AR15A2 H-BAR weigh in, with a fully loaded
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30 round magazine, at about 8.5 pounds or 3.85 kilograms.
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Available options include a Colt four power (4X) telescopic sight with
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integral mount. The scope can be attached in a few seconds without the use
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of tools. The mounting point on the upper receiver is also usable to mount
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night vision equipment and various other accessories. A knife type bayonet
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is available which slips over the muzzle compensator and a lug which is an
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integral part of the front sight. The bayonet is easily fixed and removed.
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A lightweight bipod can be attached and removed in an instant and provides
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increased stability to the rifle for prone firing. A laser aiming device
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may also be mounted beneath the barrel and attached to the bayonet lug.
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For those desiring M16A2's only, there are now seven versions
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available to fill every need. The M16A2 with a lighter weight barrel is
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Model 703 and weighs 7.0 pounds. The Model 711 utilizes the lighter barrel
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and M16A1 upper receiver without the new rear sighting system. Model 723
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with a 14.5 inch barrel is the 5.9 pound carbine with collapsible stock
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while the Model 733 (Commando) at 5.8 pounds has an 11.5 inch barrel. The
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Model 733 is favored by special tactics groups who prefer the compactness
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of a submachine gun but require the power and range of a rifle. The Model
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741 is the M16A2 mounted as a squad level support weapon with a heavy duty
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bipod and weighs 10.1 pounds. Finally, any of the previously mentioned
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M16A2's may be equipped with an M203 40mm grenade launcher and is then
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capable of firing the entire line of M79 40mm grenades. A completely
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separate firing mechanism allows the M203 (3.0 pounds) to be fired
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independently from the rifle.
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The AR15A2 is available in four versions. The standard AR15A2 H-BAR,
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Model R6600, is also available as the AR15A2 Delta H-BAR. The Delta H-BAR
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is a precision H-BAR refined and inspected by the Colt Custom Gun Shop. It
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is equipped with a variable 3 to 9 power (3X-9X) rubber armored scope,
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removable cheekpiece, adjustable scope mount, black leather military style
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sling and hard carrying case. Well suited for small game, the Delta H-BAR,
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Model R6600DH, was designed for law enforcement personnel who are faced
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with multiple target requirements and weighs 10 pounds. The AR15A2 Sporter
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II has a model number of R6500 and has several features from both the M16A1
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and M16A2, such as a partially heavy barrel to reduce muzzle climb, new
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flash hider , squared front sight, new rounded forearm and beveled
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retaining ring, new pistol grip and buttstock and the M16A1 style rear
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sights. Model R6420 is the AR15A2 carbine with collapsible buttstock and 16
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inch barrel. Weighing only 5.8 pounds, it is a short, compact version of
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the Sporter II. Each AR15A2 is furnished by Combat Arms with a cleaning
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kit, sling and two 20 round magazines.
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Because Combat Arms believes that your familiarity with the weapon is
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of utmost importance, we are pleased to offer a firing range check-out and
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training on the weapon when purchased through us at no additional cost.
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Should you purchase the weapon elsewhere, this training and check-out is
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available at a nominal fee.
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Maintenance manuals, spare parts kits, ammunition, video tapes, etc.
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are available for your purchase. We pride ourselves on being the most
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knowledgeable dealer on paramilitary weapons in Northern California and are
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ready to serve you. Combat Arms is open from 10 A.M. until 6 P.M. Tuesday
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through Sunday and closed on Mondays. Special hours are available by
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appointment. The use of Visa and MasterCard as well as personal checks is
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accommodated. A layaway plan is also available for your convenience.
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