GAU-5/A/A Description
5.56 NATO cal., 12 1/2 in. barrel with 4 1/2 in. fixed moderator and "grenade ring", 30 shot mag., A1 front sight, A1 drum rear, coated aluminum buttstock, original US Govt. issue A2 pistol grip, carbine handguard with single heat shield, M4 feed ramps, forged Slick-Side upper receiver w/no forward assist, 4 1/2 in. Moderator with "Grenade Ring" permanently attached, black (disc.) or grey finish, includes small arms sling. Limited mfg. beginning in 2016-disc.
This firearm replicated the weapon used by the Son Tay Raiders in the largest rescue attempt of American POWs. Portions of the proceeds for this model went directly to the National League of POW/MIA families.