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Description
The AR-556A(R) rifle with free-float handguard is now chambered in .300 Blackout. Pairing the 16.10" cold hammer-forged barrel with a 1:7" twist and pistol-length gas system results in a rifle that functions reliably with lighter supersonic hunting rounds and heavy, subsonic rounds. The barrel features a 5/8"-24 thread pattern capped with a .30 caliber flash suppressor and is surrounded by an 11" aluminum free-float handguard. The MagpulA(R) M-LOKA(R) accessory attachment slots, standard AR pistol grip and mil-spec sixposition stock allow for easy user customization. Mfg: Ruger
Features
Free Float|M Lok|Mil Spec
Full Specifications
Overview
| Brand | Ruger |
| Model | 08530 |
| SKU | 100039511 |
| Rifle Type | semi auto |
| Platform | AR15 |
| Caliber | 300 Blackout |
| Chamber | .300 AAC Blackout |
| UPC | 736676085309 |
Barrel
| Barrel Length | 16.1" |
| Barrel Profile | heavy |
| Twist Rate | 1:7 |
Gas System
| Gas System Length | pistol |
Receiver
| Receiver Type | forged |
| Forward Assist | No |
| Dust Cover | No |
Handguard
| Handguard Type | m-lok |
| Handguard Material | aluminum |
| Free Float | Yes |
Furniture
| Stock Type | collapsible |
| Buffer Tube | mil-spec |
Muzzle
| Muzzle Device | flash-hider |
| Suppressor Ready | Yes |
Sights & Optics
| Optic Ready | No |
Finish
| Finish | black |
Compliance
| CA Compliant | No |
| Classification | Rifle |
| NFA Item | No |
What's Included (Complete Rifle)
This is a complete, ready-to-shoot firearm.
Upper Receiver
Lower Receiver
forged
Barrel
16.1"
Bolt Carrier Group
Handguard
m-lok, Free Float
Stock
collapsible
Grip
Trigger
Muzzle Device
flash-hider
Charging Handle
Gas Block
Gas Tube
pistol-length
Buffer Tube
Backup Iron Sights
Optic
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