The rifle has a rotating bolt system ensuring maximum safety for the user. IWI CARMEL can be easily customized, depending on the operational needs. IWI CARMEL is a fully ambidextrous platform, equipped with mil standard 1913 Picatinny rails on all sides to allow 100% compatibility with any available sights, devices or accessories. FEATURES Short-stroke gas piston 3 position gas regulator – RegularExtremeSuppressor use Hammer-forged, chrome-lined, free-floating barrel, for enhanced accuracy & prolonged life cycle Hard-anodized monolithic aluminum MIL-STD 1913 Rail The rifle is equipped with a significantly efficient jump compensator for better shooter stability MIL-STD 1913 accessory rails at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions   ADVANTAGES AND BENEFITS Designed for minimum operator and armorer level maintenance, thus reducing costs 100% interchangeability, reducing the overall costs of the system All the metal parts of the weapon are corrosion resistant Body built of high strength impact modified polymer Quick detachable barrel can be swiftly replaced Uses any NATOMIL STD 5.56 Steel, aluminum or polymer magazines   OPTIMIZED ERGONOMIC DESIGN Foldable & Retractable folding polymer stock – the weapon can be fired with folded stock Adjustable cheek-rest Highly ergonomic pistol grip Fully Ambidextrous weapon: Safety Lever, Magazine Release, Bolt Catch, Non reciprocating Charging handle that can be easily changed from side to side within seconds by the user Enlarged trigger guard for easier access for glove use 3 points of sling attachments QD or Cord TECHNICAL DATA Caliber: 5.56X45mm Rifling: 6 RH Grooves, 1:7″ twist Barrel length (mm) : 292 (11.5″) Total length, butt folded (mm): 721 Total length(mm): 806 Weight (approx. Kg.) (w/o magazine): 3.3 Rate of fire (approx. Rd./min): 700~1000