Ruger AR-556 AR-15 Semi-Auto Rifle 5.56mm NATO 16-Inch, Custom Camo Finish (2015)
This Ruger AR-556 is a 5.56mm NATO semi-auto rifle built on the AR-15 platform with a 16-inch barrel and direct impingement operation. This example stands out for its custom camouflage-pattern finish applied across the receiver set, handguard, and pistol grip, along with upgraded furniture and muzzle device. The receiver markings include the Ruger phoenix logo, "RUGER", "MAYODAN, NC USA", and the model marking "AR-556", with a 2015 manufacture date.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Specific Condition Notes: The aftermarket camouflage finish is poorly done. Otherwise, the rifle appears to be in good shape.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
What's Included
- 1x 30-round Magpul PMAG magazine (polymer)
This AR-556 features typical AR-15 pattern controls and receiver features, including a flat-top upper with a Picatinny top rail, forward assist, and ejection-port dust cover. The safety selector is marked SAFE/FIRE.
The rifle is fitted with a free-float style M-LOK pattern aluminum handguard with skeletonized/vented cutouts. A short Picatinny rail section is attached to the handguard and is marked "USA".
For sighting, it includes iron sights with a folding rear iron sight mounted to the receiver top rail (brand not legible). The muzzle is equipped with a cylindrical multi-port muzzle brake/compensator in place of an A2-style device.
The stock is a collapsible Magpul buttstock with a listed length of pull of 13.25. The pistol grip is an AR-15 pattern grip with branding not visible. The receiver is forged aluminum, and the finish is a camouflage pattern.




