Black Rain Ordnance Recon Scout 16 | 5.56 NATO | 16 in

The Black Rain Ordnance Recon Scout 16 is a semi-automatic AR-style rifle built for shooters who prioritize durable components and billet construction. It ships with 7075 T6 billet aluminum receivers, a 416R stainless steel nitride-treated barrel, a Nickel Boron coated bolt carrier group, and furniture from Magpul and MFT. For an optic under $1,000 that pairs well with this platform, consider a Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6×24 for low- to mid-power versatility and fast target acquisition. Typical applications include dedicated range practice and competitive shooting formats that favor quick transitions and accuracy.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is .223 Rem/5.56 NATO as specified by the manufacturer.
• The barrel length is 16 inches and is made from 416R stainless steel with a nitride finish.
• The receiver set is built from 7075 T6 billet aluminum for enhanced rigidity.
• The bolt carrier group is coated in Nickel Boron for improved wear resistance and easier cleaning.
• The gas system uses a .750 low-profile adjustable gas block in a direct impingement configuration.
• The handguard features M-LOK attachment points for accessories.
• The stock is a MFT Minimalist design and the grip is a Magpul MOE.
• The trigger is a drop-in unit as shipped from the factory.
• The muzzle device is a slim milled flash suppressor.
• The charge handle is a 7075 T6 billet aluminum piece with an oversized Tac-Latch.
• The overall length is 34 inches with the stock in its default position.
• The weight is listed as 6.90 lbs, placing it in the 6 to 6.99 lb range.
• The action is semi-auto and the rifle is configured for right-hand shooters.
• The magazine capacity is listed as 30 + 1.
• The UPC for this product is 681565231018.

This Recon Scout 16 is built to provide a dependable, billet-based AR platform with quality component choices across the build. Its combination of a nitride-treated stainless barrel, billet receivers and user-focused furniture yields a rifle that balances weight, durability and modularity for range-focused and competition use.