The rifleman's effectiveness depends to a large degree upon his rifle
It must be as lightweight and rugged as possible
It must be capable of automatic and semi-automatic fire
And its ammunition must provide maximum firepower with the minimum of weight
To enable the rifleman to carry as many loaded magazines as possible and practical
For use in areas where extreme mobility is required and ammunition resupply is difficult
A new rifle has been issued to Special Forces, Airborne, and air mobile troops of the Army
And to other military forces of the United States
This new rifle is designated the XM16E1
By turning the selector lever to "auto" the rifle will fire full automatic
When fully loaded with twenty rounds, this weapon weighs less than eight pounds