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HK 416

  • Firing pin safety (drop test as per NATO AC225/D14)
  • Capable of withstanding barrel obstructions as per NATO AC225/D14 (steel core, soft core and tracer ammunition)
  • The weapon can be set to safety in any loading state.
  • Over-the-beach (OTB) capability
  • Extended barrel nut for a snug-fitting and stable receiver connection of the handguard without play. Prevents zero shifting of tactical sighting accessories
  • Extended castle nut prevents stress fractures of the buffer tube
  • Low sighting line to reduce exposure in protected position
  • NATO STANAG 4694 Picatinny rail for mounting sights and sighting accessories
  • M-LOK or HKey QD handguard option
  • 45° or 90° travel option of the safety lever
  • Day/night combat capability (image intensifier/thermal imaging) 
  • Two-stage tool-free gas adjustment for the use of silencers
  • HK precision barrel made of cold hammer-forged and hard chrome-plated special steel
  • Interface for HK 40 mm add-on grenade launcher
  • Assault rifle of numerous armed and special forces of NATO / NATO partners

Specifications

 Caliber
5.56 mm x 45 NATO

 Magazine Capacity
10/20/30 Rd

 Rate of Fire
850 Rd/min

 Max Effective Range
450 mm

 Muzzle Velocity
790 m/s

 Muzzle Energy
1250 J

 Max Length
805 mm

 Width
74 mm

 Magazine Weight
158 g

 Weapon Weight
3.2 kg

 Barrel Length
11", 12.5", 14.5", 16.5", 20"

 Height
237 mm

Chassis

The HK416 features a modular aluminum receiver system with a free-floating barrel and integrated rail interface, providing a rigid and adaptable platform for optics and accessories.

Operation

It operates using a short-stroke gas piston system with a rotating bolt, a design that reduces fouling in the receiver and enhances reliability under demanding conditions.

Slide

Unlike pistols, the HK416 does not use a slide; instead, a bolt carrier group reciprocates within the upper receiver to extract spent casings and chamber fresh rounds during firing.

Maintenance

Maintenance involves safely clearing the rifle, and cleaning and lubricating the bolt carrier group, barrel, and gas system to ensure dependable performance.