Jan 7, 2024 · Even so, Gendron said, Colt Canada has produced 500 basic C8A4s which will be distributed to select Army and CAF units “within a month or two,” along with different scopes, for “final user input” before the configurations of some key elements are locked down.

Jun 3, 2024 · The compact C8A4 assault rifle is Colt Canada's Modular Rail Rifle (MRR). This AR-15 architecture in 5.56mm x 45 caliber combines the internal components of the field-proven C8 carbine with the M-Lok rail system. The MRR operates as a direct gas impingement system with an enhanced gas block.

Jul 18, 2022 · This is meant as a test bed for many CMAR features as the C8A4 could become the upgrade option leading to the CMAR-GS. “It is based on the Colt MRR and will be no longer than the current C8 (84 centimetres or 33 inches), including a suppressor,” said Gendron.

Jun 5, 2024 · Colt Canada have unveiled their C8A4 at the CANSEC 2024 trade fair in Ottawa. The new rifle is seeking to fulfill the Canadian Army’s ‘Canadian Modular Assault Rifle’ requirement which has been shaping up over the last couple of years.

Jun 3, 2024 · With an adjustable rate of fire from 700 to 940 rounds per minute, the C8A4 offers adaptability in various combat scenarios. Its impressive initial velocity of 900 meters per second maximizes ballistic efficiency over distances up to 400 meters for individual fire.

Jun 5, 2024 · Colt Canada have unveiled their C8A4 at the CANSEC 2024 trade fair in Ottawa. The new rifle is seeking to fulfill the Canadian Army’s ‘Canadian Modular Assault Rifle’ requirement which has been shaping up over the last couple of years.

Jul 17, 2024 · The compact C8A4 assault rifle is Colt Canada's modular rail rifle. This 5.56mm x 45 caliber AR-15 structure combines the internal components of the proven C8 carbine with the M-Lok rail system. It is a direct gas impingement system with a reinforced gas block.

Jun 5, 2024 · The compact C8A4 assault rifle is Colt Canada’s Modular Rail Rifle (MRR). This AR-15 architecture in 5.56mm x 45 caliber combines the internal components of the field-proven C8 carbine with the M-Lok rail system.

May 28, 2024 · Colt Canada will be showcasing its C8A4 carbine as the conceptual prototype for the Canadian military’s ‘Canadian Modular Assault Rifle’ program at the upcoming Rampart Range Day on May 28 and the CANSEC 2024 trade show in Ottawa, ON Canada May 29 & 30.

Army has two variants in development for the next modular assault rifle. by Editor | Jan 7, 2024 | Equipment, News, Procurement. by Ken Pole When the federal government rolled out its June 2017 defence policy paper, it was packaged as “a long-term vision” for how Canada’s military could respond to a rapidly changing world.