Ruger AR-556 Standard 5.56mm NATO Semi-Auto Rifle | 16.1" Barrel | Magpul FDE Furniture
This Ruger AR-556 Standard (SKU 08500) pairs Ruger’s proven AR-15 platform with a full Magpul MOE flat dark earth furniture set, delivering factory reliability with upgraded ergonomics. Built in 2021 at Ruger’s Mayodan, North Carolina facility, it features a cold-hammer-forged 16.1" barrel, forged 7075-T6 receivers, and Ruger’s patented tool-less handguard system—making it a ready, versatile rifle right out of the box.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear. Rifling: Excellent – Sharp lands and grooves.
This rifle displays mild handling marks consistent with careful range use, yet remains in great shape overall.
What’s Included
- Ruger factory cardboard shipping box with SKU 08500 label
- 1 × 30-round Magpul PMAG polymer magazine
The aftermarket Magpul MOE collapsible stock, pistol grip, and vertical fore-grip in FDE give the rifle a consistent, textured feel while keeping weight down. Textured polymer rail covers protect unused rail space and round out the matching set.
The 16.1" 4140 chrome-moly steel barrel is cold-hammer-forged for longevity, finished with 1/2-28 threading, and cut with a 1:8" twist to stabilize a broad 35–77 grain projectile range.
Ruger’s patented barrel-nut/delta-ring assembly lets you swap the two-piece carbine-length handguard without tools, while the pinned F-height A2 gas block includes a bayonet lug and QD sling socket for full accessory compatibility.
The rifle ships with Ruger Rapid-Deploy flip rear sight and an A2-height front post, offering reliable iron-sight capability the moment it leaves the box.