IWI CARMEL 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifle, 16 in CHF Threaded Barrel, Short-Stroke Gas Piston, Folding Telescoping Stock
The IWI CARMEL is a recent-release, modern 5.56 NATO semi-automatic rifle built around a short-stroke gas piston system with a two-position regulator for regular or suppressed use. This example stands out with its 16 in cold hammer-forged, free-floated, threaded barrel, fully ambidextrous controls, and a right-side-folding, six-position stock that makes it adaptable to different roles and storage needs.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor, superficial scratches and blemishes are present on exterior surfaces.
What's Included
- 1x 30-round Amend2 polymer AR-15/STANAG magazine
- Polymer vertical foregrip (installed)
- Multi-port muzzle brake/compensator (installed)
- Skeletonized Picatinny rail riser/scope mount with two cross-bolts (installed)
The rifle uses a semi-automatic, short-stroke gas piston action with a two-position adjustable gas regulator labeled S (suppressed) and R (regular). Controls are set up for ambidextrous operation, including the safety selector, magazine release, and bolt catch. A non-reciprocating, reversible charging handle supports both right- and left-handed use, while a right-side ejection port with dust cover manages ejection reliably.
Barrel components are feature-rich: a 16 in cold hammer-forged, free-floated, threaded barrel with a 1:7 twist for 5.56 NATO. This example arrives with a multi-port muzzle brake/compensator installed. The aluminum M-LOK handguard provides accessory mounting options, and a full-length 12 o'clock Picatinny top rail plus a short 6 o'clock section support sights and accessories as needed.
Stock configuration is highly adaptable. The right-side-folding, six-position telescoping stock offers adjustable length of pull, a rubber buttpad, and sling slots; a QD sling cup is located at the rear receiver/hinge. Ergonomics are rounded out by a polymer pistol grip with molded texturing and an aluminum upper receiver with a polymer lower that keeps weight manageable. Approximate factory specs list an 8.05 lb weight and overall lengths of 37.4 in extended, 33.8 in collapsed, and 26.3 in folded.
The CARMEL accepts AR-15/STANAG pattern magazines and is rated at 30+1 capacity; this rifle includes one 30-round Amend2 polymer magazine. Markings include IWI – ISRAEL and IWI US – MIDDLETOWN, PA., reflecting manufacture and import details.