5.56 NATO • Ruger
Ruger AR-556 5.56 NATO
Model: 8500
5.56 NATO • Ruger
Ruger AR-556 5.56 NATO
Model: 8500
30
CAPACITY
16.1"
BARREL
6.5
LBS
Semi-Auto
ACTION
5.56 NATO
CALIBER
$799
MSRP
Full Specifications
Action Type
Semi-Auto
Trigger
Single-Stage
Safety
Manual Thumb Safety
Optic Ready
Yes
Magazines Included
1
Overall Length
35.5"
Barrel Length
16.1"
Height
8.0"
Width
2.5"
Weight
104.0 oz (6.5 lbs)
Length of Pull
13.5"
Frame Material
Aluminum
Receiver Material
7075-T6 Aluminum
Receiver Finish
Type III Hard Coat Anodized
Barrel Material
Cold Hammer-Forged 4140 Chrome-Moly Steel
Barrel Finish
Matte Black Oxide
Twist Rate
1:8"
Thread Pattern
1/2x28
Muzzle Device
Ruger Flash Suppressor
Bolt Material
9310 Alloy Steel
Stock Material
Synthetic
Grip Type
Ergonomic Pistol Grip
Country of Origin
USA
Category Rankings
How the Ruger AR-556 5.56 NATO ranks among full-size 5.56 NATO rifles.
Capacity
#3 of 25
Top 12%
30 rds
Weight
#8 of 25
Top 32%
6.5 lbs
Barrel
#6 of 25
Top 24%
16.1"
MSRP
#4 of 25
Top 16%
$799
Overall Length
#8 of 25
Top 32%
35.5"
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