Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic rifle today for a penny-start auction; this is the Ruger AR-556!
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SPECIFICATIONS:Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: AR-556
Serial: 859-41903
Date of Manufacture: 2021
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Finish: Black Type III Hard-Coat Anodized
Barrel Length: 16.10" Cold Hammer Forged Barrel with Flash Suppressor
Optics/Sights: A2-Style Post Front with Adjustable Ruger Rapid Deploy Folding Rear
Stock/Grips: Six-Position, Telescoping, M4-Style Buttstock and Mil-Spec Buffer Tube; Heat-Resistant Glass-Filled Nylon Handguard and Ergonomic Pistol Grip
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger AR-556 is a well-equipped and reliable entry in the modern sporting rifle category, built around a robust 7075-T6 hard-coat anodized aluminum receiver set and a cold hammer-forged 16.1" barrel. Chambered in 5.56 NATO with M4 feed ramps, it offers dependable feeding and compatibility with both 5.56 NATO and .223 Remington ammunition. The 1:8" twist rate accommodates a wide range of bullet weights, enhancing the rifle’s versatility for training, target shooting, or practical use. Ruger’s attention to durability is evident in the shot-peened and proof-tested 9310 steel bolt, chrome-plated gas key and carrier interior, and properly staked components. The carbine-length gas system contributes to balanced handling, while the medium-contour barrel and Ruger flash suppressor provide controllability and manageable recoil. Features such as the forward assist, dust cover, and brass deflector reflect the rifle’s alignment with proven AR-15 standards.
Model: AR-556
Serial: 859-41903
Date of Manufacture: 2021
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Finish: Black Type III Hard-Coat Anodized
Barrel Length: 16.10" Cold Hammer Forged Barrel with Flash Suppressor
Optics/Sights: A2-Style Post Front with Adjustable Ruger Rapid Deploy Folding Rear
Stock/Grips: Six-Position, Telescoping, M4-Style Buttstock and Mil-Spec Buffer Tube; Heat-Resistant Glass-Filled Nylon Handguard and Ergonomic Pistol Grip
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger AR-556 is a well-equipped and reliable entry in the modern sporting rifle category, built around a robust 7075-T6 hard-coat anodized aluminum receiver set and a cold hammer-forged 16.1" barrel. Chambered in 5.56 NATO with M4 feed ramps, it offers dependable feeding and compatibility with both 5.56 NATO and .223 Remington ammunition. The 1:8" twist rate accommodates a wide range of bullet weights, enhancing the rifle’s versatility for training, target shooting, or practical use. Ruger’s attention to durability is evident in the shot-peened and proof-tested 9310 steel bolt, chrome-plated gas key and carrier interior, and properly staked components. The carbine-length gas system contributes to balanced handling, while the medium-contour barrel and Ruger flash suppressor provide controllability and manageable recoil. Features such as the forward assist, dust cover, and brass deflector reflect the rifle’s alignment with proven AR-15 standards.
Ergonomics and usability are also central to the AR-556’s design. The rifle includes an A2-style elevation-adjustable front sight paired with Ruger’s Rapid Deploy folding rear sight, offering a dependable sighting system that can co-witness with many optics. The heat-resistant glass-filled nylon handguard, standard barrel nut, and delta ring allow easy maintenance and compatibility with most carbine-length accessories. A six-position M4-style stock and mil-spec buffer tube ensure adjustability for different shooters or gear setups, while the enlarged trigger guard and single-stage trigger support effective operation—even in cold weather with gloves. Multiple sling mounting options, a bayonet lug, QD socket, and serrated gas block face further enhance the rifle’s practical utility. Altogether, the AR-556 blends rugged construction, thoughtful ergonomics, and broad accessory compatibility, making it a strong all-purpose AR-pattern rifle suitable for both new and experienced shooters.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory-labeled Ruger box and all other contents pictured above!
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
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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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