Great Lakes Firearms 5.56 NATO 16" 31-Round Threaded Barrel Rifle

The Great Lakes Firearms 5.56 NATO 16" 31-Round Threaded Barrel Rifle represents a purpose-built platform for tactical operators, law enforcement professionals, and serious rifle shooters who demand reliability and modularity in a compact intermediate-caliber package. This rifle addresses the core requirement for quick-handling defensive and duty configurations where a 16-inch barrel delivers adequate velocity and terminal performance while maintaining practical portability. Whether deployed for home defense, duty carry, or precision rifle sport, this platform offers the balance of firepower and control that experienced users have come to expect from modern tactical rifles.

Built around the 5.56 NATO cartridge, this Great Lakes Firearms rifle features a 16-inch threaded barrel that maintains velocity standards critical for barrier penetration and consistent shot placement at intermediate distances, while the threaded muzzle allows installation of suppressors, flash hiders, or muzzle brakes tailored to your operational profile. The 31-round magazine capacity provides extended fire capability without the weight penalties of larger boxes, striking the balance between reload frequency and ergonomic handling preferred by trained shooters in dynamic environments. At 9.6 pounds, the rifle remains manageable during extended shooting sessions and tactical maneuvers, with overall length of 42 inches that facilitates movement through structures and vehicles common to law enforcement and defensive scenarios.

Operators familiar with AR-pattern platform controls will find the Great Lakes Firearms rifle immediately intuitive, as the design leverages industry-standard manual of arms and aftermarket ecosystem compatibility. The threaded barrel configuration appeals to shooters seeking to reduce signature through suppression or manage recoil impulse in precision applications, and the rifle integrates seamlessly with Picatinny rail systems for optic mounting, tactical lights, and thermal imaging equipment. This rifle serves as a reliable foundation platform whether your mission involves duty use, home defense, or precision rifle training, with the proven 5.56 NATO round offering proven performance across diverse threat environments and training protocols.