Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this modern tactical carbine for a penny-start auction, this is the Ruger AR-556 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem 16.1" Black Anodized Finish w/ Rapid Deploy Flip-Up Rear Sight, Collapsible Stock, Cable Lock, Manuals, & Original Factory Box.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. (Mayodan, NC, USA)
Model: AR-556 Standard (Model 08500)
Serial: 851-98090
Date of Manufacture: 2016
Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO / .223 Remington
Finish: Type III Hard-Coat Black Anodized Upper/Lower Receivers & Black Oxide Cold Hammer-Forged Steel Barrel
Barrel Length: 16.1" Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel w/ 1:8" Twist & Threaded Flash Hider
Optics/Sights: Ruger Rapid Deploy Folding Rear Sight & Elevation-Adjustable A2 Front Sight Post w/ Bayonet Lug & Sling Swivel
Stock/Grips: 6-Position Telescoping M4-Style Buttstock, Ergonomic Textured Polymer Pistol Grip, & Heat-Shielded Carbine-Length Handguards
Action: Direct Impingement Semi-Automatic Rifle w/ Forward Assist, Brass Deflector, & Dust Cover
Markings: Lower receiver left side roll-stamped Ruger Phoenix seal, "RUGER MAYODAN, NC USA", serial "851-98090", & "AR-556". Barrel stamped "5.56 NATO 1:8 C-MP". Box end label printed "MODEL: 08500", "BLACK ANODIZED/ BLACK OXIDE", "SERIAL NO: 851-98090", "CATALOG NO: AR-556", & "CALIBER: 5.56 NATO".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Built around a rugged, 7075-T6 forged aluminum chassis with Type III hard-coat anodizing, the Ruger AR-556 stands as one of the most reliable and popular American-made tactical carbines on the market. Chambered in 5.56 NATO, this carbine features a 16.1-inch cold hammer-forged alloy steel barrel with a versatile 1:8" twist rate designed to stabilize bullets from 35 to 77 grains. Ruger's Rapid Deploy folding rear aperture sight handles sighting, paired with an A2-style elevation-adjustable front sight post integrated directly into the gas block. Fitted with heat-shielded glass-filled nylon handguards, a 6-position M4 collapsible stock, ergonomic textured grip, and a flat-top Picatinny rail for scope or optic mounting, this rifle offers fast handling and complete versatility. Complete with its original factory Ruger cardboard box, serial-matching end label, owner's manual, promotional literature, cable lock, and (1) Magpul PMAG 30-round 5.56 magazine, this Ruger AR-556 is a complete modern rifle package.
This fine, highly complete tactical rifle, serial number 851-98090, is an authentic Ruger AR-556 manufactured in Mayodan, North Carolina. Chambered in 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem, this carbine features a 16.1-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, black anodized finish, Ruger Rapid Deploy rear sight, A2 front sight, 6-position stock, (1) 30-round Magpul PMAG magazine, cable lock, paper manuals, and original factory box with matching serial label. Preserved in pristine, near-mint condition throughout with 100% clean black anodized surfaces, sharp controls, smooth action cycling, crisp trigger break, and a mirror-bright 5.56 caliber bore with razor-sharp 1:8" rifling. Offering verified Ruger quality, rugged reliability, and complete factory box packaging, this Ruger AR-556 represents an outstanding modern carbine acquisition.
Contents:
Model: AR-556 Standard (Model 08500)
Serial: 851-98090
Date of Manufacture: 2016
Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO / .223 Remington
Finish: Type III Hard-Coat Black Anodized Upper/Lower Receivers & Black Oxide Cold Hammer-Forged Steel Barrel
Barrel Length: 16.1" Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel w/ 1:8" Twist & Threaded Flash Hider
Optics/Sights: Ruger Rapid Deploy Folding Rear Sight & Elevation-Adjustable A2 Front Sight Post w/ Bayonet Lug & Sling Swivel
Stock/Grips: 6-Position Telescoping M4-Style Buttstock, Ergonomic Textured Polymer Pistol Grip, & Heat-Shielded Carbine-Length Handguards
Action: Direct Impingement Semi-Automatic Rifle w/ Forward Assist, Brass Deflector, & Dust Cover
Markings: Lower receiver left side roll-stamped Ruger Phoenix seal, "RUGER MAYODAN, NC USA", serial "851-98090", & "AR-556". Barrel stamped "5.56 NATO 1:8 C-MP". Box end label printed "MODEL: 08500", "BLACK ANODIZED/ BLACK OXIDE", "SERIAL NO: 851-98090", "CATALOG NO: AR-556", & "CALIBER: 5.56 NATO".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Built around a rugged, 7075-T6 forged aluminum chassis with Type III hard-coat anodizing, the Ruger AR-556 stands as one of the most reliable and popular American-made tactical carbines on the market. Chambered in 5.56 NATO, this carbine features a 16.1-inch cold hammer-forged alloy steel barrel with a versatile 1:8" twist rate designed to stabilize bullets from 35 to 77 grains. Ruger's Rapid Deploy folding rear aperture sight handles sighting, paired with an A2-style elevation-adjustable front sight post integrated directly into the gas block. Fitted with heat-shielded glass-filled nylon handguards, a 6-position M4 collapsible stock, ergonomic textured grip, and a flat-top Picatinny rail for scope or optic mounting, this rifle offers fast handling and complete versatility. Complete with its original factory Ruger cardboard box, serial-matching end label, owner's manual, promotional literature, cable lock, and (1) Magpul PMAG 30-round 5.56 magazine, this Ruger AR-556 is a complete modern rifle package.
This fine, highly complete tactical rifle, serial number 851-98090, is an authentic Ruger AR-556 manufactured in Mayodan, North Carolina. Chambered in 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem, this carbine features a 16.1-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, black anodized finish, Ruger Rapid Deploy rear sight, A2 front sight, 6-position stock, (1) 30-round Magpul PMAG magazine, cable lock, paper manuals, and original factory box with matching serial label. Preserved in pristine, near-mint condition throughout with 100% clean black anodized surfaces, sharp controls, smooth action cycling, crisp trigger break, and a mirror-bright 5.56 caliber bore with razor-sharp 1:8" rifling. Offering verified Ruger quality, rugged reliability, and complete factory box packaging, this Ruger AR-556 represents an outstanding modern carbine acquisition.
Contents:
This example will ship w/ its original factory Ruger-printed cardboard box, serial-matching end label, owner's instruction manual, Ruger promotional literature, cable lock, (1) 30-round magazine & (3) 40-round magazines as shown.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1204412543 |
BidPrice: |
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AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-27 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
57.6 |





