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Shield Arms scores as a unrated build with average pricing and most components included.
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This firearm has a barrel under 16 inches. It may be classified as an AR Pistol (with brace) or an SBR (with stock, NFA regulated). Check with the retailer to confirm classification before purchasing.
Description
SA-15 Folding 13.9" ELITE Rifle built on the Shield Arms Folding Lower Receiver (FLR) for compact storage. This patented system allows the firearm to fold and does not use an adapter. This system is lighter, stronger, and shorter in overall length versus popular folding adapters. Additionally, this system does not modify the carrier. Cerakoted in Shield Arms Wolverine Brown or Graphite Black. Dead Air Flash Hider pinned and welded to bring the barrel length to 16.1". Build Specifications Upper/Lower: 7075-T6 billet aluminum upper/lower Barrel: 13.9" length, 5.56 NATO Chamber, pin/weld Dead Air Flash Hider Mid-length length gas s Mfg: Shield Arms
Full Specifications
Overview
| Brand | Shield Arms |
| Model | SA-15FER139-WLV |
| SKU | 430103843 |
| Rifle Type | semi auto |
| Platform | AR15 |
| Caliber | 5.56 NATO |
| Chamber | 5.56 NATO |
| UPC | 853465008353 |
Barrel
| Barrel Length | 13.9" |
Receiver
| Receiver Material | 7075-T6 |
| Receiver Finish | cerakote |
| Receiver Type | billet |
| Forward Assist | No |
| Dust Cover | No |
Handguard
| Free Float | No |
Muzzle
| Muzzle Device | flash-hider |
| Suppressor Ready | No |
Sights & Optics
| Optic Ready | No |
Finish
| Finish | black |
| Cerakote | In Shield |
Compliance
| CA Compliant | No |
| Classification | Short Barrel: Verify Classification |
| NFA Item | Verify with retailer |
What's Included (Complete Rifle)
This is a complete, ready-to-shoot firearm.
Upper Receiver
7075-T6
Lower Receiver
billet
Barrel
13.9"
Bolt Carrier Group
Handguard
Stock / BraceVerify with retailer
Grip
Trigger
Muzzle Device
flash-hider
Charging Handle
Gas Block
Gas Tube
Buffer Tube
Backup Iron Sights
Optic
Stock / Brace: Verify with retailer
We cannot confirm from available data whether this firearm includes a stock or brace. This distinction determines its legal classification.
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Sa-15 Folding Elite Semi-Auto Rifle - Sa-15 Folding Elite Rifle 5.56mm 13.9" Bbl (1)30rd Wolverine
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