Franklin Armory 0010084BLK 5.56 NATO 16" 31-Round Carbine

The Franklin Armory 0010084BLK 5.56 NATO 16" 31-Round Carbine is purpose-built for tactical operators, law enforcement professionals, and trained civilian shooters who demand reliability in intermediate-range engagements. This platform delivers the modularity and performance characteristics expected in modern duty and patrol rifles, with a compact 16-inch barrel profile that balances velocity retention with handling agility in vehicle and indoor operations. The 31-round capacity maximizes magazine compatibility with established military and law enforcement supply chains while maintaining practical reload intervals for dynamic scenarios.

Built around the 5.56 NATO cartridge standard, this carbine provides consistent sub-3000 fps muzzle velocity with the 16-inch barrel, sufficient for effective barrier penetration and energy retention to 300 meters—the effective combat range for most tactical applications. The rifle's total weight of 12.44 pounds positions it within combat-ready parameters when configured with optics and accessories, allowing extended patrols and room-clearing operations without fatigue degradation. The overall length of 47.7 inches accommodates both standing and vehicle-mounted positions, making it suitable for confined spaces where full-length rifles prove unwieldy.

This carbine serves agencies and individual operators who require modular 5.56 NATO platforms compatible with standard Picatinny rail systems and AR-pattern upper/lower receivers. Field deployment scenarios—including patrol, tactical entry, and training rotations—benefit from the established ammunition supply ecosystem supporting 5.56 NATO across military and commercial markets. Operators should verify local and state compliance before purchase, as this is a regulated firearm requiring proper licensing and background clearance through a licensed Federal Firearms Dealer.