P2A PATRIOT 16" 5.56 NATO 1/7 Melonite M-LOK Rifle with Flash Can - GRAY/BLK

Premium Forward Concussion Control and Two-Tone Aesthetic Styling in a Turnkey Rifle

Experience the ultimate synergy of downrange ballistic capability, shooter comfort, and unique architectural design. The P2A PATRIOT 16" 5.56 NATO Melonite M-LOK Rifle with Flash Can - GRAY/BLK is a fully assembled, factory function-tested semi-automatic rifle built to excel on the firing line. Engineered around a premium 16-inch 4150 CMV steel barrel, this model features an integrated premium slimline linear flash can recessed neatly inside an extended free-float handguard to drive muzzle pop and concussion away from the operator. Finished in a striking custom Gray and Black color scheme, the PATRIOT provides top-tier structural strength alongside cutting-edge tactical aesthetics. Skip the building stress and component tolerance matching; this complete rifle delivers a seamless shooting platform straight out of the box. Proudly 100% designed, machined, and precision-assembled in the USA.

Key Features

Integrated Linear Flash Can Muzzle Diverter: Captures high-pressure gas expansion, muzzle flash, and horizontal sonic sound waves, safely directing them forward downrange away from your sightline and shooting line partners.
Custom Gray & Black Color Configuration: Features an anodized or Cerakoted gray and black two-tone styling contrast profile that offers severe durability and scratch resistance while standing out from basic black setups.
Extended Free-Float M-LOK Handguard: Crafted from lightweight 6061-T6 aluminum, the extended rail cleanly overlaps the recessed flash can for a continuous aesthetic profile while providing maximized structural surface space for tape switches, lights, and lasers.
Melonite/Nitride Bore Hardening Treatment: The heavy-duty 4150 CMV steel barrel undergoes a premium Salt Bath Melonite process inside and out. This treatment vastly extends barrel life against gas erosion and environmental elements.
Aggressive 1:7 Twist Rate Profile: Precision button-rifled with a fast 1:7 twist rate configuration engineered to perfectly stabilize standard and heavy duty tactical projectiles—ranging from 55-grain up to 77-grain heavy match bullets.
Complete Factory Assembled Turnkey Rifle: Ships fully assembled and factory tested, combining matching upper and lower receivers, premium bolt carrier group (BCG), lower controls, and a 6-position adjustable carbine stock setup.

Technical Specifications

Caliber Compatibility	5.56 NATO (Fully compatible with .223 Remington ammunition)
Barrel Length & Steel	Choice of Barrel: Carbine Length M4 Profile, Mid Length Govt Profile or Carbine Length CHF (Cold Hammer Forged) M4 Profile - all of them are 16 inch, 5.56 NATO Caliber, 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium Steel, 1:7 Twist, Nitride/Melonite Treated
Twist Rate	1:7 Twist (Optimized to stabilize heavy duty 62gr, 69gr, and 77gr loads)
Muzzle Device	Standard 1/2-28 Thread Pitch, Slimline Linear Flash Can Pre-Installed
Upper Receiver	Mil-Spec Forged 7075-T6 Aluminum, M4 Feed Ramps, Forward Assist & Port Cover - Magpul Stealth Gray Cerakoted Finish
Lower Receiver	Mil-Spec Forged 7075-T6 Aluminum, Magpul Stealth Gray Cerakoted Finish
Color / Finish	Two-Tone Gray & Black Aesthetic Configuration (GRAY/BLK)
Bolt Carrier Group	Premium M16 Profile BCG, Nitride/Melonite Finish, Gas Key Properly Staked, MPI Tested
Charging Handle	Standard Milspec AR-15 Charging Handle
Gas Operating Block	Carbine or Mid Length Gas System, Low-Profile Gas Block Machined from 4140 Steel, Stainless Steel Gas Tube
Handguard Structure	17 Inch Free-Float M-LOK Rail, Full-Length Top Picatinny Rail, Machined from 6061-T6 Aluminum
Lower Controls	Mil-Spec Polished Fire Control Group, Standard Pistol Grip, and Milspec Components Pre-Installed
Stock	Standard M4 Milspec Stock with 6 position buffer tube, 3oz buffer, buffer spring, latch plate and castle nut
Manufacturing Origin	100% Made in the USA with Pro2A Tactical Lifetime Factory Warranty

Why Choose This Product?

The P2A PATRIOT 16" 5.56 NATO Rifle with Flash Can directly addresses two primary complaints shooters encounter with standard full-length carbines: harsh side blast concussion and generic visual styling. Traditional open muzzle brakes blast hot gas sideways toward hunting partners or under covered range walls, creating uncomfortable shockwaves. Pairing an optimized 16-inch barrel with a linear flash can structures an excellent tactical option, capturing expanding gases at the crown and forcing that concussive pressure strictly forward down the firing line.

Partnering with some of the best manufacturers in the industry, we bring you a line of rifles and pistols with unrivaled quality for the cost, the “Patriot”. Every Patriot firearm is carefully built and assembled by our team of experienced armorers who knows the importance of reliability and repeatability. Every component is manufactured to milspec or better standards to ensure a high quality firearm is produced. Whether it is for sporting, hunting, security or self-defense needs, our Patriot Line of rifles and pistols is more than capable to live up to the task. The Patriot line combines quality with affordability because every patriot deserves it.