Great Lakes Firearms 5.56 NATO 16" 31-Round Rifle

The Great Lakes Firearms 5.56 NATO 16" 31-Round Rifle represents a purpose-built platform designed for tactical operators, law enforcement trainers, and civilian shooters who demand accuracy and reliability in a compact, deployment-ready package. With a 16-inch barrel and 31-round magazine capacity, this rifle balances maneuverability in confined spaces—critical for vehicle operations, building searches, and close-quarters training—with sufficient sight radius and velocity for precision work at intermediate distances. The 5.56 NATO chambering ensures compatibility with one of the most widely available military rifle cartridges, making ammunition supply and logistical support straightforward for active shooters and training facilities.

At 9.8 pounds unloaded, the Great Lakes Firearms rifle maintains a lightweight profile essential for sustained tactical operations and reduced shooter fatigue during extended training scenarios. The 16-inch barrel length provides velocity optimization for 5.56 NATO ballistics while keeping overall length manageable—at 62 inches total, it clears standard vehicle doorways and tight entry routes without sacrificing sight plane effectiveness. The 31-round magazine capacity exceeds standard 30-round specifications, offering one additional round for critical engagement sequences and reducing the frequency of magazine changes during training evolutions or qualification courses where round counts matter operationally.

This rifle platform benefits law enforcement agencies conducting transition training, military units requiring supplemental platforms for specialized teams, and civilian tactical shooters pursuing competitive excellence or defensive preparedness. The 5.56 NATO cartridge's moderate recoil impulse and flat trajectory make this platform ideal for shooters across experience levels, from academy recruits qualifying annually to advanced operators refining close-range engagement techniques. Standard AR-platform ergonomics and parts compatibility ensure seamless integration with existing duty gear, optics mounts, and accessory systems already in use across tactical units, minimizing transition friction and maximizing deployment readiness.