Colt CRE-18 Gen 2 Expert Series 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington Rifle
Caliber: 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington · Capacity: 30+1
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Specifications
Action Semi-Automatic
Ambidextrous Safety No
Barrel Length 18 inches
Caliber / Gauge 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington
Capacity 30+1
Finish Black
Grip Safety No
Magazines Included 1
Manual Safety Yes
Optic Ready Yes
Overall Length 34.75 inches
Threaded Barrel Yes
Trigger Safety No
Weight 6.92 pounds
Description
Product Overview
The Colt Competition CRE-18 Gen 2 Expert Series is a semi-automatic rifle chambered for 5.56 NATO and compatible with .223 Remington ammunition. Hand built in the United States, it combines a gas-operated direct-impingement system with an 18-inch mid-weight match-grade, air-gaged and polished 416 stainless-steel barrel. The barrel uses six-groove button rifling with a 1:8 right-hand twist and a 1/2x28 threaded muzzle fitted with a Twin-Port muzzle brake. A Magpul four-position adjustable stock, Hogue rubber finger-groove grip and enlarged Magpul trigger guard improve handling, while the flat-top receiver supports the installation of an optic. The rifle includes one 30-round Magpul magazine.
Key Features
- 18-inch match-grade, air-gaged, polished 416 stainless-steel barrel supports consistent accuracy
- Gas-operated direct-impingement system provides proven semi-automatic operation
- 1/2x28 threaded muzzle with Twin-Port muzzle brake helps manage recoil and muzzle rise
- Magpul four-position adjustable stock allows a tailored length of pull
- Matched bolt and bolt carrier with H-buffer support reliable cycling
- Forged 7075-T6 aluminum upper and lower receivers provide a durable, precision-fitted foundation
Built for serious competition, the Colt CRE-18 Gen 2 delivers match-grade accuracy and dependable performance. Explore its competition-ready configuration today.
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- SKU:
- CRE-18
- UPC:
- 857733006225
- BUDS ID:
- 719008488
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| Action | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Barrel Length (in.) | 18.0 | 16.0 | 16.5 | 16.1 | 13.75 |
| Caliber / Gauge | .223 Remington, 5.56 NATO | .223 Remington, 5.56 NATO | .223 Remington, 5.56 NATO | .223 Remington, 5.56 NATO | .223 Remington, 5.56 NATO |
| Capacity | 30 | 30 | 30 | 10 | 30 |
| Finish | Black | Bronze | Blue/Black | Cerakote | Black/OD Green |
| Manual Safety | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Optic Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Threaded Barrel | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Overall Length (in.) | 34.75 | 34.0 | 32.0 | 38.1 | N/A |
| Weight (lbs) | 6.92 | 6.95 | 6.18 | 8.0 | N/A |
| Ambidextrous Safety | No | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Sights | N/A | N/A | Standard Sights | N/A | N/A |
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