Ruger's AR-556 is made from 7075-T6 hard-coat anodized aluminum forgings, shot-peened and proof-tested 9310 steel bolt and 8620 steel bolt carrier. Its barrel nut and delta ring allow easy, one-person service of the heat-resistant glass-filled nylon handguard. The design accepts most standard carbine-length handguards. Handguards are made from heat-resistant glass-filled nylon for shooting comfort and durability. Rapid Deploy folding rear sight provides windage adjustability and pairs with the A2-style, F-height, elevation-adjustable front sight for a solid, reliable aiming system. The AR-556 features a six-position, telescoping, M4-style buttstock and Mil-Spec buffer tube; cold hammer forged alloy barrel and ergonomic pistol grip with an extended trigger reach for more precise trigger control. Includes 30rd Magpul PMAG and front sight tool.
| Sights |
A2 Front/Rapid Deploy Folding Rear |
| FireArm |
yes |
| Trigger |
Single-Stage |
| Metal Finish |
Black Hardcoat Anodized |
| Action |
Semi-Auto |
| Muzzle |
Flash Suppressor |
| Weight Range |
6 lbs to 6.99 lbs |
| Weight |
6.50 lbs |
| Barrel Description |
Steel |
| Hand |
Right Hand |
| Stock Finish Group |
Black |
| Metal Finish Group |
Blued/Black |
| Receiver Material |
Aluminum |
| Barrel Length Range |
16" to 16.99" |
| OAL |
32.25"- 35.50" |
| Barrel Length |
16.10" |
| Capacity |
30+1 |
| Stock Description |
6 Position |
| Caliber |
223 Rem/5.56 NATO |
| Safety |
Lever |
| Twist |
1:8" |
