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Lewis Machine & Tool Company CQB MRP Defender model 16 Rifle in 5.56mm features a 16-inch chrome-lined CQB barrel with 1-7 twist, MRP monolithic rail, matte black finish, standard semi-auto bolt carrier group, tactical charging handle, LMT Defender lower, SOPMOD collapsible stock, standard trigger group, tactical adjustable rear sight, tactical front sight, heavy duty push button sling swivels, direct gas impingement operation, A2 birdcage flash hider, 1/2x28 threads, low profile gas block, cryogenically treated barrel for greater accuracy and life, five QD sling swivel attachment points, an overall length of 33 inches collapsed, an unloaded weight of 6.8 lbs, and a 30+1 round capacity. All LMT barrels and bolts are proof-tested and mag-particle-inspected to military standards to guarantee safety. Made of machine-gun-grade chrome-moly vanadium material, all barrels are cryogenically treated to increase accuracy, extend barrel life, and make cleaning easier.

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