Description
| Manufacturer | Heckler & Koch |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 5.56x45mm NATO |
| Operating System | Short-Stroke Gas Piston |
| Gas Regulator | 2-Position Adjustable (Tool-less) |
| Barrel | Cold Hammer Forged (CHF), Chrome Lined |
| Controls | Fully Ambidextrous |
| Special Features | Certified Over-The-Beach (OTB) Capability |
The Global Standard for Tier-1 Operations
The HK416A5 is an evolutionary leap in the proven 5.56mm platform. Adopted by the world’s most elite military and law enforcement units, this system operates on a proprietary short-stroke gas piston mechanism, virtually eliminating carbon fouling and excessive heat transfer to the bolt carrier group. As an authorized government provider, PAI Defense ensures that these mission-critical systems are delivered with the highest level of compliance and administrative precision required for your agency’s procurement roadmap.
Advanced Technical Architecture
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Adjustable Gas System: Features a tool-less, two-position gas regulator optimized for both suppressed and unsuppressed use, ensuring a perfect balance of cyclic rate and reduced operator blowback.
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Over-The-Beach (OTB) Capability: Engineered to drain water rapidly, allowing the weapon to be fired immediately upon emerging from submerged environments without risk of catastrophic failure.
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True Ambidexterity: The A5 variant introduces fully ambidextrous operating controls, including the bolt catch/release, magazine release, and safety selector, ensuring immediate familiarity for left- and right-handed operators.
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Universal Magazine Compatibility: A revised lower receiver well architecture provides seamless compatibility with standard AR-15/M16 pattern magazines, including polymer platforms.
PAI Defense: Your Authorized HK Procurement Partner
Navigating government acquisitions requires a strategic B2B approach. PAI Defense provides the corporate verbiage, audited technical specifications, and streamlined RFP processes necessary to support procurement officers. Beyond initial acquisition, our status as an authorized HK distributor guarantees long-term sustainability through direct access to OEM replacement parts, ensuring your fleet remains fully operational.













