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Ruger AR-556
Ruger AR-556
TypeSemi-automatic rifle
Place of origin United States
Production history
Designed2014
ManufacturerSturm, Ruger & Co.
Unit cost$989 MSRP, Standard (2022)
Produced2014–present
Specifications (Standard)
Mass2.9 kg (6.5 lb)
Length819 mm (32.25 in) (collapsed)
902 mm (35.50 in) (extended)
Barrel length409 mm (16.10 in)
Width64 mm (2.5 in)
Height200 mm (8 in)
Cartridge5.56x45mm/.223 Remington
ActionGas-operated, rotating bolt
SightsFixed front iron sight, flip-up rear

The Ruger AR-556 is a semi-automatic AR-15-style rifle made by U.S. firearms company Sturm, Ruger & Co. Made in 2014 as a AR-15-style rifle with a direct impingement with variants since being released such as the upgraded AR-556 MPR in 2017[1] and the AR-556 pistol in 2019.[2]

References

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  1. ↑ "Ruger AR-556 MPR Review". Guns & Ammo. Outdoor Sportsman Group. April 30, 2019. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
  2. ↑ Horner, Candice (March 30, 2019). "Ruger Releases AR-556 Pistol". RECOIL. Retrieved March 15, 2022.

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