When Colt first marketed the AR-15 (later adopted as the M16) to the US military in the early 1960s, what controversial advertising claim did they make about the rifle's maintenance needs?

The Vietnam War era saw significant innovations in military equipment and weaponry. One of the most controversial yet influential product launches was the M16 assault rifle, which eventually became the standard issue for US forces. This lightweight, high-velocity weapon represented a dramatic shift from previous military rifles and sparked debates that continue to this day. Test your knowledge about this iconic military product launch that changed modern warfare tactics and equipment design.

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The rifle was marketed as "self-cleaning" and soldiers were initially not issued cleaning kits
It was advertised as waterproof and could function perfectly after being submerged for up to 72 hours
The marketing claimed it could fire 10,000 rounds without any maintenance or cleaning required
Advertisements stated the rifle could be completely disassembled and reassembled in under 30 seconds by any soldier