Description
Ruger's AR-556 semi-automatic rifle is made from froged 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. The Rapid Deploy folding rear sight provides windage adjustability and the front sight post is elevation adjustable, and includes a front sight tool. The A2-style F-height allows co-witness with many optics. 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. This model has a black six-position buttstock and handguard, and a Magpul PMAG.
Features:
- Post Front Sight and Ruger® Rapid Deploy Folding Rear Sight
- 16.10'', Medium Contour, Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel with Ruger® Flash Suppressor
- Ergonomic Pistol Grip Features an Extended Trigger Reach for More Precise Trigger Control
- Flattop Upper Receiver Features a Forward Assist, Dust Cover and Brass Deflector
- Milled Gas Block Has Multiple Attachment Points Including a QD Socket and Bayonet Lug, for Many Sling and Accessory Mounting Options
Specifications
| SKU | 178740214 |
|---|---|
| UPC | 736676085002 |
| Brand | Ruger |
| Model Name | AR-556 |
| MPN | 8500 |
| Caliber | .223/5.56 |
| Action | Standard AR-15 |
| Capacity | 30+1 |
| Barrel Length | 16.1" |
| Length | 32.25" - 35.5" |
| Weight | 6.5 lbs |
| Sights | Adjustable Front and Rear |
| Stock | Adjustable |
| Grip | Standard |
| Trigger | Standard |
| Safety | Lever |
| Finish | Blued/Black |
| Condition | New in Box |
| Color | No |
| In Store Only | No |
| Price | $579.99 |
Reviews
- Value Gun Review by Blizzy
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Gun got jammed after 10 shots. (Posted on 8/1/2018)Quality Price Value - Love it! Review by Wynn
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I have shot roughly 3000 rounds through this gun so far. VERY ACCURATE and i have only had 2 jams. (Posted on 7/13/2018)Quality Price Value - for the money one of the best A R 15 on the market Review by huntermanbh
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Have not shot it yet but if it shoots half as good as it looks it will be a find gun,another one for my collection. (Posted on 6/30/2018)Quality Price Value - I love it Review by Get some
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One of the best deals ever ‼️ (Posted on 6/28/2018)Quality Price Value - Love it straight out of the box! Review by Mr Bob
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Straight out of the box actually read instructions and had to try it out! Shoots perfect and acurate smooth action easy to use! Great price for the quality! Hey it's a Ruger what more do you need to say! (Posted on 6/22/2018)Quality Price Value - Positive Review by Clifford
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Haven’t fired the rifle yet but from it’s looks it should be great. The best part was the personnel at Rural King in Leesburg Fl. From the sales attendant to the manager, they are very professional and answered all my questions. I will definitely purchase more from this store. It is a pleasure to get treated as a person instead of a number. Well done RK of Leesburg Fl. Colin Clifford (Posted on 6/21/2018)Quality Price Value - Awesome AR Review by Schleppy
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It’s a high quality weapon at a great price. Eats anything you feed it and shoots great out of the box. I waited 4 months for Rural King to get one on the shelf but it was worth it. (Posted on 6/13/2018)Quality Price Value - dont second guess this. Review by Gun collector
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Great gun by ruger! I love it. price is too cheap for what you get. If your like me you will read all reviewsand believe the bad.. dont second guess yourself. after you buy it you will wish you had 2. (Posted on 6/13/2018)Quality Price Value - Very Pleased Review by Corey
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i was extremely happy with this gun, i bought it mainly for paper punching and ended up loving this more afterwards, i put about 600 rounds through it so far and never had any malfunction, jam, failure to feed, nothing. Plus with a 1.8 twist is phenomenal, basically can shoot anything. the sights out of the box were almost perfect, basically im very pleased with this gun and will be getting another one in the future. (Posted on 6/10/2018)Quality Price Value - Great gun Review by Bill
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Very affordable and great to shootQuality Price Value
(Posted on 3/17/2018) - Great rifle. Review by David
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Bought it 3/18.Amazing value as usual from Ruger.Rural King was great,ordered online and picked up in store.Notified after only 2 hours once the store had it that I could come pickup.Would recomend Rural King and the AR-556. (Posted on 3/14/2018)Quality Price Value - Love The Gun! Review by JD
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I purchased mine several months ago. No problems straight out of the box, added a few accessories to personalize it and I also got it under 500 cant beat the quality and price. I don't think you can find another gun as well made and affordable. If you have a pistol already and want a little extra range and power you cant beat the 556. (Posted on 3/14/2018)Quality Price Value - Not the best Review by Milkjug
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First few mags jammed up. Failure to feed, light primer strikes. I think it might have been the Tulsa ammo in 223 that I was using also. Ran the next 120 rounds ok though.with no issues. Upon breaking it down to clean. There was excessive amount of oil. With that said I think after a few hundred rounds it will be brake in and be good to go. (Posted on 3/12/2018)Quality Price Value - Great Rifle Review by JC
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Best place to buy a firearm. Service is great. Price is great. This Ruger AR is very well made and shoots great. (Posted on 3/10/2018)Quality Price Value - Awsome. Review by Ricky
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Great gun overall would highly recommend light weight good feel orders mine. And didint get the awsome Ruger barrel sticker. (Posted on 3/10/2018)Quality Price Value - Awsome Review by Great gun
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Awsome. Gun strait out of the box your not going to get any better for the price good feel light weight. The only thing i didint get with mine is that awsome looking Ruger barrel stickerQuality Price Value
Highly recommend (Posted on 3/10/2018) - Good. Review by Dave
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Good rifle. (Posted on 3/9/2018)Quality Price Value - Shocked! Review by Barbie
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I was so shocked when I first used my AR-15! I thought I would try at least once, and it most likely throw me backwards and that would be it and I would give it away. However,,,, I could not believe how easy and smooth my AR was! I shot better with that than my "little boomer" So now you will know when I go target practicing which one I will use more. Thank you liberals for threatening gun control, or I would of never bought my AR. (Posted on 3/8/2018)Quality Price Value - Ar556 Review by Clay
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This rifle appears to be of high quality but i wouldn't know. It immediately jams when trying to chamber a round. I'm going to clean it wshen i get time and try again. If it doesn't work out i guess ill all ruger and see what they can do about it. (Posted on 3/5/2018)Quality Price Value - Fantastic deal! Review by Tony
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I bought the DPMS for under 500 and then on Black Friday I noticed this one drop to 467. I couldn't resist. What a deal! (Posted on 2/28/2018)Quality Price Value - Great Rifle! Review by Tim G.
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Purchased my AR-556 from RK Guns during holiday sale, got it for less than $500.00. Great rifle for target shooting and hunting. Look forward to enjoying it for a long time. (Posted on 2/18/2018)Quality Price Value - What a Great Buy! Review by Jason K.
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This was and Is an absolutely wonderful purchase. Has been great, was a fantastic price, and can continue to do any of the Modifications of other ARs that I want, on this Model. My First AR. (Posted on 1/11/2018)Quality Price Value - Excellent Product at an excellent price Review by KB
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I rented and fired many AR's, and the Ruger just felt right. In the 4 days since taking delivery I fed over 200 FLAWLESS rounds. This rifle is accurat tight out of the box. All myy grouping were small and spot on. An THAN YOU RKGuns for the Black Friday special on the Ruger as I was able to purchase this sooner than expected. RKGuns online process was seemless and shipped to my FFL wihon days. VERY satisfied. (Posted on 12/12/2017)Quality Price Value - Great price for a great gun Review by KB
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I fired many AR's and the Ruger was 'the one'. It felt right. I was planning on purchasing from RKGuns and when they had it on sale for black friday, it was a no brainer. 200 rounds so far without a hiccup. Very accurate right ut of the box.Quality Price Value
Thanks RKGuns, and thanks Ruger. (Posted on 12/10/2017) - Excellent Price for Excellent weapon Review by KB
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I had fired many AR's in search of 'the one', and the Ruger just felt right. I was already planning to purchace from RK and to my surprise it was their Black Friday special. Easy online order process shipped to my FFL. So far, 200 FLAWLESS rounds.Quality Price Value
THANKS RK and thanks Ruger. (Posted on 12/10/2017) - Good price Review by Ty
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Very good accurate good, that gun definitely has my vote! Good price to beats 1200 any day, just gotta add rails, an a pistol grip (Posted on 12/3/2017)Quality Price Value - 5 Stars Review by Mark S
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The Ruger AR556 is a great deal plain and simple. It preforms just as well as AR's that cost alot more.Quality Price Value
Ive shot almost 3 cases worth of 62 grain threw it with zero issues. (Posted on 11/25/2017) - Great value Review by Semper Gumby
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Out of the box it was everything I expected. In the process of moving so only one opportunity to get to the range. Started with 5 round clips for sighting, then ran 3 clips of ten each. Not a single jam or misfire. Accuracy was only limited by my vision! Even rapid fire on last clip was able to keep all rounds in 5in pattern at 50 yds. Just as reliable as those we carried in Iraq, would love to have an ACOG for it, but otherwise very happy with this rifle. (Posted on 11/16/2017)Quality Price Value - Great gun can not beat the price Review by Scrapr
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Great gun! You can not beat the quality of this gun for the price. (Posted on 10/26/2017)Quality Price Value - great value for the money Review by watosh
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haven't went to the range yet but appearance is on the same level of my other Ruger firearms. Do not expect any issues. (Posted on 9/12/2017)Quality Price Value - Good buy!!! Review by Rob
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I Ben looking for a AR and did alot of looking at review's and they where right it's a good gun for the money and I have put many rounds down it and not one problem (Posted on 8/20/2017)Quality Price Value - Couldn't be happier! Review by Strider
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My first AR and I love it! Over 400 rds. fired and not one issue. Way to go Ruger on the gun and RK (Plano,IL store) on the price and service! (Posted on 6/15/2017)Quality Price Value - Overall Great weapon Review by AH1969
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Great overall... Had to do a little custom work on bolt, extractor pin and slides...Quality Price Value
Took weapon completely down and cleaned thoroughly and lubricated... Upon
Firing 1st round it jammed, l cleared jam and proceeded o cf again it jammed. This mag was loaded with 55gr 5.56 x45 NATO fmj . I then tried to run a mag of 55 gr Rem.223, same issue. I got on YouTube and found a gunsmith that in the video walked you through how make any AR take almost any type 5.56 x45 ammo and Rem.223 all brands including steel shell casings.l followed his step by step. The extractor pin was .5000 to long causing the shell to not seat properly in the bolt. Using a dremel I was able to remove the desired amount. Polished the ramps steel case ammo no problem, other than it is so dirty.... But once this minor issue was resolved commenced to run approx six hundred rounds of ammo , mixed it up.... Steel case , some reloads I got from another buddy as well as premium rounds. Approx 400 5.56x45
The other 200 all Rem.223 not a single misfire,jam etc after the custom work.
I really love the feel of this weapon .I love Rugar weapons...have several others.. Its a lot of bang for the buck (Posted on 5/19/2017) - Great Price, functions as should. Review by Roy
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Best price I've found on a better than average firearm. (Posted on 5/19/2017)Quality Price Value - Best Buy Review by Bob
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If you can find a gun of this quality at a better price, you had better buy it on the spot. I don't think you will find one. (Posted on 5/5/2017)Quality Price Value - Disappointed Review by Mike
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I'm sure the gun is great if you can get it back together. The takedown pin is stuck and I can't even get it back together. I had to use a punch and hammer to get the pin out like the manual said but it won't go back in. I've tried tapping it back in with a hammer but it just won't go. (Posted on 5/4/2017)Quality Price Value - Ruger ar15 Review by Fuman78
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Love it great shooting gun. Rural King knocked it out of the park.. will own another (Posted on 4/30/2017)Quality Price Value - Ruger-AR-556 Review by meatman
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Great Gun for the money,I would buy it again (Posted on 4/24/2017)Quality Price Value - Outstanding Review by GramBo
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This weapon is outstanding, AR15 you just can't stop looking at it. I just wish they give military discount. (Posted on 4/19/2017)Quality Price Value - Great price & value Review by RP
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Excellent rifle for the price (especially with the addtl 12% off the sale price) and quality. (Posted on 4/18/2017)Quality Price Value - What a great buy. Review by Turtle
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I could not be happier to get this rifle for the price. Rural King did it again. What a Great Store. (Posted on 4/18/2017)Quality Price Value - Rural King is awesome Review by Kevin
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Excellent rifle, excellent price, the salesperson in Paducah Kentucky Rural King was outstanding. my only complaint Is no sling mount on the front of the rifle. other than that outstanding. (Posted on 4/18/2017)Quality Price Value - Great Value Review by Al
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I had been looking at this gun for some time. I found no better price than I did at RK Guns. The gun needs no review from me-Ruger-enough said. (Posted on 4/18/2017)Quality Price Value - Best price I found Review by Mike
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Compares to guns selling for much more (Posted on 4/11/2017)Quality Price Value - Very Well Pleased With The Gun. Also,pleased with the service at RK, they are very knowledgeable of the product they are selling. Review by Rick
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The gun is a very very good shooting gun. Took it out of the box at 75 yards first 3 shots it shot a very tight pattern.Did not even have to move the sights. Unreal how smooth the gun shoots. So pleased I'm going to buy my son one. (Posted on 4/10/2017)Quality Price Value - WELL PLEASED Review by CS Florida
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Great gun at a great price. Looks, feels and shoots beyond my expectations It took a few days longer than expected to arrive at local RK store but I was kept updated and informed the entire time. The people at the store were helpful and professional as well. RK guns is the place to go (Posted on 4/9/2017)Quality Price Value - Satisfied Review by Dan
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Great gun, great price! (Posted on 4/8/2017)Quality Price Value - WOWZERS Review by OperatorMikeP
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First off, hats off to the store's two associates that helped me, Aubrey and Sean. They worked well with each other and made the buying experience a positive one. Now onto the gun portion. This is one mean machine. The attachments to make it "tacti-cool" are unlimited. The price is unbeatable and I will be giving my business to RK in the future. I will also be telling my operator friends about RK as well. (Posted on 4/4/2017)Quality Price Value - Ruger AR-15 rifle Review by BH
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So far, this rifle is just what I was looking for in quality and price! Unfortunately I haven't been able to fire a few Mags through it yet, I am confident the rifle will defiantly meet my expectations! I am kind of bummed now that I finally lay down the money for it and now its on sale; Rebate??!! This is my second online purchase and so far, very happy with RK Guns!! (Posted on 4/2/2017)Quality Price Value - Great product, great price, awesome service! Review by John
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I've been shopping around for an AR and the RKGuns.com price could not be beat. The website made the purchase simple. Shipped it to the Rural King in Crystal River, Fl. and the customer service I received there from Robert was absolutely superb. Ordered on a Friday afternoon and received it the following Thursday afternoon. Out the box the gun functioned like I would expect from a Ruger. Overall, I am very pleased and will be using the RKGuns.com site again. (Posted on 3/26/2017)Quality Price Value - Great gun for the price. Review by Butch
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Trigger pull very smooth, gun shoot great, I have shot several ARs in this price range and I have to say this is the best. Thank you RK for making this gun available in my price range, could't be happier. (Posted on 3/23/2017)Quality Price Value - Did not take take the gun last minute change of mind Review by Parshaw
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I would say this aR for price and quality was my First choice. That said I did not. Take the gun. I was a little upset by the 20% restocking charge but the people at RK were very nice to deal with. (Posted on 3/22/2017)Quality Price Value - Stupendous Price for above bar assault rifle. Review by Colt S. Wesson
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@ $499.99 it's a steal. Not sighted in out of the box. 15 rounds later adjusting front and back sights I was hitting bulleyes.@75 yds to start. They say not to shoot 5.56 rounds through .223's but this AR15 takes 5.56 55 grain brass 5.56 x 45 NATO 55 grain rounds fine. Have fired Fioconni's Remington .223's no problem. Ruger states the chamber takes both calibers but have no confirmed evidence that the barrel can withstand 5.56 caliber hotter rounds. Overall, this is a steal @ $500.00. Wishe'd I would have bought a .308 caliber AR15. Oh well, next rifle I purchase when RK has one I like on sale. (Posted on 3/19/2017)Quality Price Value - Excellent AR-556 Review by Clay67
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When I seen the price of this AR-556 $499, it was a no brainer. I had to buy one and this makes my 2nd one. Ruger makes a great gun and this shoots great and well worth the money . (Posted on 3/16/2017)Quality Price Value - Couldn't pass the opportunity Review by mdubs
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Long time looker, first time buyer. Couldn't beat the price. Sold out quick, great quality product and friendly staff (Posted on 3/16/2017)Quality Price Value - Love it, buuuuuut..... Review by Char
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So i got my rifle while it was at reg price at 659, 2 days later it was on sale for 589. I was kinda upset so i went back and asked if they would honor it... and they did! THANK YOU RK!!! Now as for the rifle, i love it, buuuuut first trip to the range i ran into a problem, i could not empty a mag without the bolt catch locking the bolt back. I could get a few shots off at a time, then it would catch and i would have to hit the bolt release to chamber another round. I noticed the bolt catch was very loose with no spring action. Im a big fan of ruger, but i had a terrible experience with the customer service and ended up not sending my brand new rifle in and decided to figure it out myself. popped the pin to find the spring and plunger compressed in the hole.i got it to come out and put it back together, took it to the range and has ran fine ever since... Also i like the delta ring for the fact its easy to use... but the plastic is just not good. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN!! (Posted on 3/2/2017)Quality Price Value - How can you go wrong a Ruger AR and RK's service Review by BigE
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Great well built rifle Ruger came out with feels good ,and works just as good right out of box and punching paper at 50yds 3" group optics to follow this spring and get it dialed in . Rural Kings service was just as good ! (Posted on 2/26/2017)Quality Price Value - ruger ar-556 delta ring Review by dkkelley1
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one bad thing about this rifle...the plastic delta ring, which allows removal of the handguards. this needs to be made out of some other material. if you tighten this a little bit too much, it is virtually impossible to get it loose again. this happened to me, and i had to use pliers to loosen it up. be careful when tightening the delta ring! cheapest part of this rifle which needs to be improved by ruger. (Posted on 2/12/2017)Quality Price Value - My AR-15 is perfect, so far. Review by Retired Beancounter
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I have received my new Ruger AR-556 and it looks & feels perfect - a lot better than my Army M1 - Have not had to range yet - will make a subsequent post after I play with it. Except for a sling, I don't plan on modifying much. At 76, my eye sight is still pretty good but may opt for a scope later on after I sight the rifle in. (Posted on 2/9/2017)Quality Price Value - Quality Gun Review by Chevy
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I bought one last July and spent hundreds of rounds plinking with no faults or jams using cheap .223 ammunition. The stock and weight allows for my 8 year old nephew to safely shoot with no problems too. (Posted on 1/7/2017)Quality Price Value - My eyes adored you! Review by Montana 2
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Beautiful piece, great value, great quality, and something my wife and I will enjoy shooting for years to come. Rural King rocks in customer service and satisfaction. (Posted on 1/6/2017)Quality Price Value - Outstanding value Review by JC
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With a few tweaks, sighting-in was easy! Guy next to me said you paid how much??? His panther arms came without sights...can you say stunned? Fit, finish, quality offer an amazing value. (Posted on 1/5/2017)Quality Price Value - Vary happy with ruger and RK guns Review by Mike
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Ruger has done well with this firearm and also priced well and rkguns as well are good to deal with (Posted on 1/2/2017)Quality Price Value - Very nice AR Review by Bob
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This Ruger AR-556 has a quality feel. Handles well and works as expected. Just mounted a red dot, so will go back to the range and give it another go. Would recommend this rifle. (Posted on 11/14/2016)Quality Price Value - Great AR value for the money Review by Stew
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have been looking for a long time for a good AR 556, and stumbled on this one was comparing this to theQuality Price Value
S&W sport and others that i found, both seemed really nice but the ruger felt better to me , have always had good luck
with many other ruger products and when this was the gun of week @ RK for 569.00 it was a no brainer, get one when
u can and u wont be dissappointed, Thanks Ruger for a great item and Thanks to RK for stocking it, no wonder they
have trouble keeping it in stock probably the best ar u can buy for the money and built very solid to others i have compared
to at different gun shows and gun shops .
(Posted on 11/13/2016) - Great Gun, Price, and Service Review by BuckeyeFanJMS
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Very pleased with the gun, the price they had it on sale for, and the outstanding service at Rural King! (Posted on 11/12/2016)Quality Price Value - Satisfied Review by Had to buy Two
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Great gun for the price, quality built, decided to purchase two for the price, couldn't pass them up. (Posted on 11/11/2016)Quality Price Value - Great Gun, Great Value! Review by buddylee1us
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This weapon is everything everyone says it is. Ruger has done it again. Producing a high value economical rifle that a regular guy can afford. I am more than pleased with my purchase. (Posted on 11/10/2016)Quality Price Value - Fantastic Review by Geo
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Price, looks, and quality are all there.Quality Price Value
(Posted on 11/10/2016) - Satisfied Review by Pistol Pete
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First AR. Shot a few rounds seems to work well. (Posted on 11/9/2016)Quality Price Value - Great gun Review by Blues tunes
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This arrived in a timely manner in good condition. A real gem for the money (Posted on 11/8/2016)Quality Price Value - A valued buy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Review by Bullseye
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For the money you can't go wrong and it's a RUGER . rug-git built to last. I just got it so I haven't taken out to the range yet. It feels real solid. (Posted on 11/8/2016)Quality Price Value - Mid level quality for a low level price Review by Mitch
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I've put over 100 rounds through it and I am nothing but happy. Trigger a little tight. Butt a little wobbly. Consistent 3" groups at 75 yards with iron sights. Great gun for the price. (Posted on 11/8/2016)Quality Price Value - Mid level quality for a low level price Review by Mitch
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I've put over 100 rounds through it and I am nothing but happy. Trigger a little tight. Butt a little wobbly. Consistent 3" groups at 75 yards with iron sights. Great gun for the price. (Posted on 11/8/2016)Quality Price Value - Nice AR Review by JR
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I purchased this rifle about 3 months ago. I have only shot 200 rounds through it so far. I've been too busy working on my gun range and reloading garage to enjoy my guns right now, BUT I'm almost finished so I'll be shooting this AR and all my guns frequently very soon! This rifle is $50 less than what I paid for it and it was a great deal then! You can't go wrong with a Ruger! (Posted on 10/23/2016)Quality Price Value - Great rifle Review by Xcessive
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I was really pleased with the purchase of the Ruger AR556. It's great gun for the price, couldn't be happier with RKGUNS and my local rural king (Posted on 10/14/2016)Quality Price Value - Awesome gun! Review by Happy husband
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I had a great experience with RK guns. Greg was extremely nice and helpful several times! I will definitely buy guns from them again. (Posted on 8/18/2016)Quality Price Value - Amazing weapon for the money! Review by NRA Recruiter
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You won't find a better AR for the price. Very well built, high quality gun to customize and make your own. Ruger always produces a high quality product and the AR556 is no exception. (Posted on 7/8/2016)Quality Price Value - Great Gun Review by Coop
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My first AR I am a big RUGER fan. Out of the box had 5" group first mag. (Posted on 7/3/2016)Quality Price Value - Love The Ruger Review by JR
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My first AR and am very happy with it. I like the adjustable rear sight and will be buying a red dot for it very soon. Ruger makes quality guns and rifles and this one is no different! (Posted on 7/1/2016)Quality Price Value - Very nice Review by Rick
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Shot it for the first time yesterday. It was great. Feels solid. Three other people were with me and I do believe they are trying to find one now for them selves. The only problem I need to look into is when I moved into a shady area and the front sight was a little hard to pick up. I am going to shoot a few more times before I do anything on that. I do think I watched a video awhile back and that person had put some white paint on the front sight and it solved his problem. It has filled my need for what I need this gun for, self defense, target shooting. (Posted on 6/27/2016)Quality Price Value - Good AR from a great manufacturer Review by Ronnie
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I've looked at other AR's but I've never owned one until I bought this one. The S&W AR looked nice but I still can't bring myself to buy their products after what they did in 2000. I have other Ruger products and this AR is as solidly built as my other Rugers are. This is a no frills basics AR but it's a solid one to start customizing on if that's what you want. If that's not what you want then it's still a great rifle that won't let you down. The price may seem high for a basic AR but after all its a Ruger and you'll be happy with it. I got mine at the Winchester Rural King and they were awesome to deal with. (Posted on 5/19/2016)Quality Price Value - Very pleased Review by Andrew
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I was very pleased with my recent purchase of the Ruger ar-556 at my local Rural King store located in Bonita Springs. After visiting a few local gun shops and not getting the answers that I wanted for locating a Ruger AR system I happen to visit Rural King store in Bonita and noticed they had one on the rack, and after handling it for about 30 seconds I knew I needed it er.... I wanted it.Quality Price Value
The Firearms Personnel at the Bonita Springs store are very informative and well-educated in the Firearms business they were able to help me make my decision on purchasing the Ruger AR system online and having it delivered to the store after doing the FFL background check online at the store. By purchasing online I got a brand new unopened box firearm and a flat rate shipping of 9.95 and there is no FFL license fee if the weapon is picked up from a Rural King store.
I bought a hundred rounds of Tul ammo steel case 223 went to Cecil Webb and fired off all of them without a hitch, the platform shoots accurate out of the box and needs nothing more than what you want to put on it 4 looks. The Ruger AR platform can accept any standard AR carbine foregrips for the addition of any accessories that you see fit to use.
I have looked recently on RKGUNS.COM website and have yet to see the sr-556 takedown with 300 AAC Blackout option, this would be my next choice.
Again, a shout out to the gentlemen at the rual King Bonita Springs Florida store as it is a much better place to handle or purchase a new firearm than any of the gun stores that I visited in Fort Myers. (Posted on 5/14/2016) - great gun Review by cy
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Took the word of a Rural King salesman and waited for the Ruger 8500 to go on sale at Ruger..Was I glad. Very well satisfied.The AR 15 -556.223/5.56 rifle is the number one choice (Posted on 4/27/2016)Quality Price Value - It's a Ruger Review by Bob
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I waited in line for over an hour to purchase it. It is a Ruger, it's superb and that says it all. (Posted on 4/27/2016)Quality Price Value - Only the best gun I have ever purchased barring nun Review by father
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I have wanted to own one after using this weapon in the Military. Now I am proud to say my dream has come true. The AR 556 is everything I had ever wanted in a weapon this will complete my home protection plans, (Posted on 4/11/2016)Quality Price Value - Fantastic First AR-15 Review by Daniel
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For the money and the features, you cannot beat it. Would recommend to anyone looking for a no-nonsense AR-15 (Posted on 4/4/2016)Quality Price Value - Great AR Review by RK of PA
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Bought one for my other half on Christmas. Took it to the range and printed a six inch group right off. Added Magpull FDE furniture package. Went on easily. She really liked the contrast between the FDE and black. Would buy another (Posted on 4/1/2016)Quality Price Value - Ruger 5.56 8500 Review by Tanner
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Great gun.. Shot the cheapest ammo performed perfect!!! (Posted on 3/19/2016)Quality Price Value - 100% Made in the U.S.A. Review by Dave
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Great rifle she shot great if there not sold out grab one!!Quality Price Value
The Thermold 11$ mags from here work very well too
Love my Ruger AR-556
(Posted on 2/28/2016) - Great gun for great price Review by Andy James
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Amazing gun and price can't go wrong with 100% American made! (Posted on 2/26/2016)Quality Price Value - Outstanding weapon, outstanding service Review by Coach
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Good job ruger, good job rural king (Posted on 2/16/2016)Quality Price Value - Great! Worth more than I paid. Review by Hiro
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I think the AR-556 is almost as good as my Rock River which cost almost twice as much. My only complaint was the rear sight, I prefer a dual aperture, so I purchased a Magpul and all is good. And very happy with Rural King my go to store for firearms. (Posted on 1/7/2016)Quality Price Value - Could not be happier! Review by Gut
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Looked and compared for a long time before buying. Dollar for dollar you just can't beat this ar. Quality throughout, american made. Love it!! (Posted on 12/25/2015)Quality Price Value
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Really looking into this rifle and I guess the only question I have is to know for certain if the standard front sight is removeable from the barrel. It looks like it would be, but talking with some of the gun guys at rural king today they told me that some of the AR's actually have fixed front sights that the only way to remove them is to switch out the entire barrel to get around it. I'm really hoping that removing the front sight if desired is an option for this rifle, because everything else about it sounds just fine to me. Beautiful looking gun, and I've heard Ruger has some very good warranties and that they stand by their word and take care of their customers. It would be the first Ruger I'd own, but I've held out to buy the right AR the first time around.