Semi-automatic rifle CR223 / CR300 / CR6,5 / CR308

At C.G.Haenel in Suhl, the first assault rifle in history was once developed and built by company boss Hugo Schmeisser – with the civilian CR223, Haenel is now continuing the long tradition of automatic and semi-automatic weapons from the region.

The Haenel CR223 in .223 Rem. caliber is a rifle in the AR-15 class and is fully compatible with the basics (accessories) of this category of semi-automatics. The indirect gas-operated rifle is a Haenel in-house development. This self-loading rifle convinces with many detail improvements for police and authorities – and also for sport shooting. Training variants are also included in the range (UEB and MANIPULATION).

Features of the CR rifle

Lightweight, modular and length-adjustable shoulder rest with height-adjustable cheek rest; compatible with AR 15 Mil-Spec.

Indirect gas pressure self-loader with firing pin safety.

Toolless removable hand guard with mounting rails.

Direct trigger with 3.2 kg trigger weight or as match trigger with 1.5 kg.

10-round magazine. Magazine mount compatible with commercially available M4 magazines. Higher magazine capacities available for authorities.

Haenel recommends the use of B&T silencers. They are matched to the switchable gas pick-up of CR308 and CR300 and are functionally reliable.

  • Voll kompatibel zu den Basics: Die Haenel CR223
  • Voll kompatibel zu den Basics: Die Haenel CR223

Individuality is possible

The semi-automatics of the CR class are available in four calibre variants and in different barrel lengths. Due to the compatibility with class standards, it is possible to develop or compile completely individual solutions on the basis of the system platform. Example silencer: The adjustable gas pick-up (all models except CR223) is optimised for use with silencers from B&T (Switzerland), the system partner for suppressors and components.

The CR at the police and authorities

Customers of the police and authorities appreciate the overall package of the sophisticated CR system platform and the customised service. For Haenel, every tender is a development project with the goal of maximum customer satisfaction; for the procurer as well as for the practitioner in the field.

The CR in sport shooting

Quickly, the leading self-loading rifle with its high compatibility to the AR15 class has conquered the hearts of sport shooters. The successful Frankonia Shooting Team also relies on the Haenel self-loader for IPSC shooting. No wonder: Made in Germany, the great adaptability of the rifle and its high precision from the series convince even demanding sportsmen.

The CR on the hunt

Why not? There are those hunters who carry the CR308, CR300 or CR6.5 as a universal, precise and fast hunting weapon. With the universal calibres, almost any game can be hunted and the “Lonesome Hunter” is always perfectly equipped: unconventional, but professional.

The CR223 in action

The self-loading rifle that can do it all and withstand a lot – in the video the CR223…

CR versions

Common areas of use:

Hunting

Sports

Defence / Authorities

CR223

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The Haenel CR223 in calibre .223 Rem. is the basic model of the CR series and is based on the M4/AR-15 system. It is fully compatible with the basics of this class. The indirect gas pressure loader is a Haenel development and improves the standard in many details. The CR223 has been introduced to many police forces and authorities as a semi-automatic.

Technical Details
Caliber 5,56 x 45 mm (Civil: .223 Rem.)
Barrel length / twist 10,5“: 267mm, 7“ / 12,5“: 318mm, 9“ / 14,5“: 368mm, 9“ / 16,65“: 423mm, 9“
Overall length 10,5“: 684mm – 769mm / 12,5“: 748mm – 812mm / 14,5“: 798mm – 883mm / 16,65“: 853mm – 938mm
Buttstock modified M4-telescopic-buttstock, adjustable length in 6 stages
Muzzle brake A2 Standard (further options on request)
Handguard Hand guard with two NAR and two M-Lok rails, removable without tools
Weight 10,5“: approx. 3,35 kg / 12,5“: approx. 3,4 kg / 14,5“: approx. 3,5 kg / 16,65“: approx. 3,6 kg
Trigger Direct trigger with 3.200 g weight (optional Match trigger with 1.500 g)
Magazine capacity 30 rounds (Civil: 10 rounds)
Safety firing pin safety, ambidextrous, 0°/60° or 0°/90°
Sight foldable mechanical sight
Colours sand (similar RAL 8000), black or olive green (RAL 7013) / further colours on request

CR300

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Mass to spare: The Haenel CR300 offers precision and functionality of the excellent CR class now also in calibre .300 AAC Blackout (7.62 x 35). The trendy medium calibre was specially developed for this rifle category and is ideal for silenced shooting. It offers the possibility of firing the heavier bullet of the 7.62 mm cartridge from the compact system.

Technical Details
Caliber .300 AAC Blackout
Barrel length / twist 9“: 229mm, 8“ (only available for authorities) / 10,5“: 267mm, 8“
Overall length 9“: 666mm (only available for authorities) / 10,5“: 704mm
Buttstock modified M4-telescopic-buttstock, adjustable length in 6 stages
Muzzle brake A2 Standard (further options on request)
Handguard Hand guard with two NAR and two M-Lok rails, removable without tools
Weight 9“: approx. 3,3 kg (only available for authorities) / 10,5“: approx. 3,4 kg
Trigger Direct trigger with 3.200 g weight (optional Match trigger with 1.500 g)
Magazine capacity 30 rounds (Civil: 10 rounds)
Safety Ambidextrous safety lever, 0°/90
Sight foldable mechanical sight
Colours black

CR6,5

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Long Range: The Haenel CR6.5 uses the calibre 6.5 Creedmoor, a fast medium calibre with a stretched trajectory, which has its justification both in hunting and sport. It is used for far, precise long-range shots – now also from the CR semi-automatic.

Technical Details
Caliber 6,5 Creedmoor
Barrel length / twist 20“: 510mm, 8“
Overall length 20“: 996mm – 1080mm
Buttstock modified M4-telescopic-buttstock, adjustable length in 6 stages
Muzzle brake A2 standard with QD suppressor mount
Handguard Hand guard with two NAR and two M-Lok rails, removable without tools
Weight 20“: approx. 4,6 kg
Trigger Single stage trigger 28–35N, Pressure point trigger (Two stage trigger) 17–20N
Magazine capacity 10 rounds
Safety ambidextrous safety lever, 0°/60°
Sight foldable mechanical sight
Colours black

CR308

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Bigger and more powerful: The CR variant in .308 Win. calibre can draw on the higher power reserves of this universal and widely used precision cartridge. The dimensions of the rifle are adapted to the calibre, otherwise it corresponds functionally and ergonomically to the Haenel CR 223.

Technical Details
Caliber 7,62 x 51 mm (Civil: .308 Win.)
Barrel length / twist 14,5“: 368mm, 12“ (only available for authorities) / 16,65“: 423mm, 12“ / 18“: 457mm, 12“ (only available for authorities) / 20“: 510mm, 12”
Overall length 14,5“: 856mm – 940mm (only available for authorities) / 16,65“: 901mm – 984mm / 18“: 940mm – 1.028mm (only available for authorities) / 20“: 996mm – 1.080mm
Buttstock AR-15 telescopic buttstock, 6 stages
Muzzle brake A2 standard with QD suppressor mount
Handguard Hand guard with two NAR and two M-Lok rails, removable without tools
Weight approx. 4,3kg – 4,6kg
Trigger Single stage trigger 28–35N, Pressure point trigger (Two stage trigger) 17–20N
Magazine capacity 20 rounds (Civil: 10 rounds)
Safety ambidextrous safety lever, 0°/60°
Sight foldable mechanical sight
Colours black

CR223 UEB Training Rifle

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A CR223 variant for real training scenarios with non-lethal colour marking ammunition. The rifle is manufactured in a distinctive blue colour and uses commercial .223 colour marking cartridges (Simunition or Force on Force). The standard barrel length is 16.5 inches – other barrel lengths are available on request.

Technical Details
Caliber .223 colour-ammunition (FX-Simunition)
Barrel length / twist 10“: 254mm, 7“ / 12,5“: 318mm, 9“ / 14,5“: 368mm, 9“ / 16,65“: 423mm, 9“
Overall length 10“: 684mm – 769mm / 12,5“: 748mm – 812mm / 14,5“: 798mm – 883mm / 16,65“: 853mm – 938mm
Buttstock modified M4-telescopic-buttstock, adjustable length in 6 stages
Flash hider A2 Standard (further options on request)
Handguard Hand guard with two NAR and two KeyMod rails, removable without tools
Weight 10“: approx. 3,35 kg / 12,5“: approx. 3,4 kg / 14,5“: approx. 3,5 kg / 16,65“: approx. 3,6 kg
Trigger Direct trigger with 3.200 g weight (optional Match trigger with 1.500 g)
Magazine capacity 30 rounds
Safety firing pin safety, ambidextrous, 0°/60° or 0°/90°
Sight foldable mechanical sight
Colours blue

CR223 MANIPULATION Training Rifle

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This handling practice rifle (non-firing) complements the CR 223 family for training purposes. This dummy rifle enables a training of all relevant handling functions without ammunition. The rifle in red colour otherwise corresponds to the CR 223 original in mounting options, functionality, weight and size.

Technical Details
Caliber
Barrel length / twist 10“: 254mm, 7“ / 12,5“: 318mm, 9“ / 14,5“: 368mm, 9“ / 16,65“: 423mm, 9“
Overall length 10“: 684mm – 769mm / 12,5“: 748mm – 812mm / 14,5“: 798mm – 883mm / 16,65“: 853mm – 938mm
Buttstock modified M4-telescopic-buttstock, adjustable length in 6 stages
Flash hider A2 Standard (further options on request)
Handguard Hand guard with two NAR and two KeyMod rails, removable without tools
Weight 10“: approx. 3,35 kg / 12,5“: approx. 3,4 kg / 14,5“: approx. 3,5 kg / 16,65“: approx. 3,6 kg
Trigger Direct trigger with 3.200 g weight (optional Match trigger with 1.500 g)
Magazine capacity 30 rounds (Civil: 10 rounds)
Safety firing pin safety, ambidextrous, 0°/60° or 0°/90°
Sight foldable mechanical sight
Colours red