Colt CAR-A3 HBAR Elite .223 Rem Accurized Rifle, 24 inch Stainless Free-Float HBAR, A3 Flat-Top, 1998
This Colt CAR-A3 HBAR Elite is a 1998 Accurized Rifle series AR-15 built for precision, featuring a 24 inch stainless steel heavy-profile, free-floated barrel with a target crown and 1:9 RH twist. It uses a tall, exposed target-style gas block with no front sight base and an A3 flat-top upper with a MIL-STD-1913 rail. The rifle retains its ban-era configuration with an unthreaded muzzle and no bayonet lug, and includes a gray aluminum free-float tube handguard with longitudinal flutes and dual sling studs.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: This firearm is in great shape. There are some minor and superficial scratches and blemishes present. Bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- 1x 30-round stainless-steel AR-15 pattern magazine (marked .223/5.56 SS)
- Vanguard Equalizer series bipod (shown unmounted)
- Leather sling with detachable sling swivel
The 24 inch stainless HBAR is free-floated and target-crowned for stability and consistency, with an unthreaded muzzle as part of its period-correct configuration. The 1:9 RH twist supports a wide range of .223 Rem. bullet weights suited to accuracy-focused shooting.
The A3 flat-top upper carries a MIL-STD-1913 rail and includes a forward assist, case deflector, and ejection-port cover. There are no factory sights installed. The tall, exposed target-style gas block sits ahead of the free-float tube and keeps the sight line clear for rail-mounted solutions.
The gray aluminum free-float tube handguard features longitudinal exterior flutes and dual sling studs, pairing well with the included sling and the unmounted Vanguard Equalizer bipod. Controls follow the standard AR-15 layout with a SAFE/FIRE selector and direct-impingement operation.
The fixed A2 stock with trapdoor buttplate, rear sling loop, and A2 pistol grip provide a familiar interface. The lower is rollmarked CAR-A3 HBAR ELITE and CAL .223, with receiver markings COLT's MFG CO INC HARTFORD, CONN., U.S.A. This model is cataloged under Colt part number CR6724 and was manufactured in the United States.