The Colt M5 Carbine Sentry delivers proven AR-15 platform reliability with enhanced ergonomics and field-tested components. This semi-automatic carbine combines Colt's manufacturing heritage with modern tactical features for law enforcement, competitive shooting, and civilian applications.
What Makes This Different
Built on Colt's time-tested lower receiver design, the M5 Sentry incorporates a chrome-lined barrel rated for over 10,000 rounds of sustained fire. The hard coat anodized finish provides superior corrosion resistance compared to standard mil-spec coatings. Factory direct-impingement gas system ensures consistent cycling across various ammunition weights from 55 to 77 grains.Key Features
- 16.1-inch chrome-lined barrel with 1:7 twist rate for heavy bullet stabilization
- Collapsible 6-position stock adjusts from 10.75" to 14.25" length of pull
- Hard coat anodized Type III finish rated to 65 HRC hardness
- Standard A2 pistol grip with finger groove texturing
- Mil-spec trigger group with 6-8 pound pull weight
- Picatinny rail system compatible with standard optics mounts
- 30-round Magpul PMAG included with purchase
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO/.223 Remington
- Barrel Length: 16.1 inches, chrome-lined, 1:7 twist
- Overall Length: 32.25" - 35.5" (stock collapsed/extended)
- Weight: 6.9 pounds unloaded
- Capacity: 30+1 rounds
- Finish: Black hard coat anodized Type III
- Stock: 6-position collapsible mil-spec
- Grip: Standard A2 pistol grip
- Manufacturing: Hartford, Connecticut facility
- Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty on manufacturing defects
