Ruger AR-556 5.56mm Semi-Automatic Rifle with Free-Float Handguard (10-Round Model)

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Ruger AR-556 5.56mm Semi-Automatic Rifle with Free-Float Handguard (10-Round Model)
$999.99

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Product Description

What's in the Box

  • Ruger AR-556 5.56mm Semi-Auto Rifle
  • (1) 10-Round Magazine
  • Cable Lock
  • Owner's Manual

Ruger's AR-556 semi-automatic rifle is made from forged aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminum. The hard coat anodized, flattop upper receiver includes a forward assist, dust cover and brass deflector, while the handguards are made from heat-resistant glass-filled nylon. It has a carbine-length, milled gas block with multiple attachment points for a QD socket, bayonet lug, and sling. Serrations on the angled face of the gas block provides a low-glare surface. It also has a bolt machined from 9310 alloy steel, single-stage trigger, chrome-plated bolt carrier with a matte black oxide finish on the exterior, and patent-pending barrel nut and Delta ring for one person handguard removal and installation.

Firearm Features

  • This model ships with a 10-round magazine for consumers in those states which limit magazine capacity.
  • 11" aluminum handguard is free-floated for accuracy and features Magpul® M-LOK® accessory attachment slots along the 3:00, 6:00 and 9:00 positions with additional slots on the angled faces near the muzzle.
  • Flat top upper receiver features a Picatinny rail for easy attachment of magnified optic, red dot or open sights.
  • Made from 7075-T6 hard-coat anodized aluminum forgings, shot-peened and proof-tested 9310 steel bolt, and 8620 steel bolt carrier. The inside diameter of the carrier and gas key are chrome plated and the key is staked for longevity.
  • Single-stage trigger provides durable and reliable fire control. The enlarged trigger guard is designed to allow gloved shooting in cold weather.
  • Six-position, telescoping, M4-style buttstock and Mil-Spec buffer tube allow the rifle to be properly sized for different shooters or varying levels of outerwear.
  • Equipped with a heavy contour, cold hammer-forged alloy barrel with 1:8" twist rifling that provides exceptional accuracy with bullets from 35 to 77 grains. M4 feed ramps and 5.56 NATO chamber allows the use of both 5.56 NATO and .223 Rem. ammunition. The barrel and 1/2"-28 Ruger® flash suppressor have a matte black oxide finish to reduce glare and provide corrosion resistance.
  • Ergonomic pistol grip features an extended trigger reach for more precise trigger control.
  • Made from aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminum forging, the flat top upper receiver features a forward assist, dust cover and brass deflector.
  • Also includes: one, 10-round metal magazine.

Firearm Specifications

  • Model Number: 8537
  • Caliber: 5.56 NATO
  • Stock: Black Synthetic Collapsible
  • Handguard: Free-Float with M-LOK® Attachment Slots
  • Sights: None
  • Barrel Length: 16.10"
  • Thread Pattern: 1/2"-28
  • Twist: 1:8" RH
  • Capacity: 10
  • Finish: Type III Hard-Coat Anodized
  • Height: 7.20"
  • Weight: 6.7 lb.
  • Overall Length: 32.25" - 35.50"
  • Length of Pull: 10.25" - 13.50"
  • Grooves: 5
  • UPC: 7-36676-08537-8

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