IWI US has officially announced the launch of the ARAD 5 for the American market, produced at the company’s expanded domestic operations in Andersonville, TN.
The ARAD 5 was developed in direct response to a request from Israel’s Tier 1 military and law enforcement units. After extensive service on the global stage, the rifle is now being brought stateside.
The Rifle
The ARAD 5 is built around a semi-monolithic upper receiver featuring IWI’s patented CamLok barrel lock-up mechanism, which secures a free-floated barrel assembly and a two-position short-stroke piston gas system. The rifle is designed for both suppressed and unsuppressed use. The upper mates to a standard lower, keeping fire controls exactly where any M4-pattern rifle user would expect them.
“The IWI US ARAD 5 isn’t just another M4-style rifle—it is yet another example of our commitment to those who demand more from their gear,” said Jeremy Gresham, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at IWI US.
Specifications
- Model: ARAD 5 (Z15ARD516)
- UPC: 818004026526
- Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
- Magazine: 30rd
- Barrel Length: 16″
- OAL (collapsed): 31.875″
- OAL (extended): 35.375″
- Weight (w/o mag): 7 lbs 8.3 oz
- MSRP: $1,499.99
The Tennessee Move
The ARAD 5 launch coincides with IWI US’s relocation to Andersonville, TN. The company describes the move as a multimillion-dollar investment in new manufacturing facilities and specialized personnel, bringing production jobs and advanced manufacturing capability to the region.
IWI US is a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., the company behind the TAVOR, UZI, and GALIL platforms. More information is available at www.iwi.us.
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