About Real M16A2

The M16A2 is an enhanced variant of the M16 assault rifle family, chambered in 5.56?45mm NATO. Developed primarily for the U.S. Marine Corps drawing from Vietnam War experience, it was officially adopted in 1983 and served as the main U.S. military service rifle from the mid-1980s through the 1990s and into the early 2000s, before gradual replacement by the M16A4 and M4 carbine in frontline units.
Key upgrades over the M16A1 include a heavier, thicker barrel for superior heat resistance, durability in rough handling and bayonet drills, and sustained accuracy; a faster 1:7 rifling twist to properly stabilize the heavier M855/SS109 round; three-round burst fire mode instead of full-automatic to improve control, reduce muzzle climb, increase hit probability, and conserve ammunition; round ribbed handguards for greater strength; reinforced pistol grip and buttstock with slip-resistant buttplate; added brass deflector for left-handed shooters; fully adjustable rear peep sight with dual apertures effective out to 800 meters; and an improved birdcage flash hider/compensator.
It retains the classic direct impingement gas system, rotating bolt, lightweight aluminum receiver, and ergonomic layout. The rifle has a 20-inch barrel, overall length of about 39.6 inches, empty weight around 7.5 pounds, and loaded weight (with 30-round magazine) of roughly 8.8 pounds. Muzzle velocity with M855 ammunition is approximately 3,100 feet per second, providing an effective range of 550?600 meters for point targets and up to 800 meters for area/suppressive fire.
The M16A2 saw combat in operations such as Panama (1989), the Gulf War (1991), Somalia (1992?1993), and the initial stages of Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. Its reliable performance when maintained, along with historical significance, keeps it iconic today; civilian semi-automatic reproductions and clones remain popular among collectors, competitive shooters, and enthusiasts for training, sport, and historical appreciation.

About DNA M16A2 (MOD 715) GBB Airsoft Rifle

DNA has faithfully replicated the M16 series, one of the world's most popular firearms from the mid-1980s to the year 2000. During that period, it was used by 15 NATO countries and adopted by over 80 nations worldwide. The M16A2, in particular, was employed by the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Army, making it a massively produced firearm and an important witness to the era of American military strength.
This DNA M16A2 (MOD 715) GBB airsoft rifle features a polymer 315mm handguard?historically significant as the M16A2 was the first firearm to use a cylindrical handguard design. It also includes a metal lower receiver with realistically engraved markings, a metal upper receiver with an integrated carry handle and rear sight, a steel 485mm outer barrel fitted with a 45mm steel muzzle brake, and a steel triangular front sight.
The rifle is equipped with a polymer pistol grip, a polymer 270mm fixed stock, and a metal gas magazine with a 30-round loading capacity. Additionally, it incorporates finely detailed metal components such as steel sling loops (located below the front sight and stock), a steel fire selector, steel bolt catch, steel dust cover, metal bolt, steel trigger, metal trigger guard, metal magazine release, and a metal charging handle.
Carrying great historical significance, this model symbolizes the might of the U.S. military from the 1980s through the 2000s. It is an excellent piece for collectors and can also be used in wargames to reenact U.S. military operations. This makes it an essential addition for any enthusiast.

Key Features

• 1/1 Scale High Power Assembled Gas Powered Airsoft GBB
• Semi & Fully Automatic Shooting Mode
• Metal Upper Receiver (Engraved Realistic markings)
• Metal upper receiver with integrated carry handle and rear sight
• Metal 485mm Outer Barrel With 45mm Muzzle Brake
• Polymer 315mm handguard
• Polymer pistol grip
• Polymer 270mm Fixed Stock
• Steel Trigger & Metal Trigger Guard
• Steel sling loop, Steel bolt catch, steel front sight, Steel Fire Selector, steel dust cover, Steel Forward Assist
• Metal charging handle, Metal magazine release
• Metal VFC V3 30 rounds Loading Capacity Gas Magazine