AR-15 Rifles

Many people believe that AR stands for “assault rifle”, which does have some reasoning behind it yet is nothing but a misconception. What does AR really stand for in AR-15? The name goes back to the gun’s original manufacturer, ArmaLite, and is basically an acronym for “ArmaLite Rifle.” Developed back in 1956, it was an answer to the U.S Continental Army Commander's request for a smaller .223 rifle that could single-handedly replace several other rifles that were in service at the time. ArmaLite took their earlier model AR-10, designed by Eugene Stoner, and scaled it down. The patent and trademark were sold to Colt in 1959, who introduced several improvements and began mass production of the rifle. It wasn’t until 1963 that the AR 15 rifle was adopted by the military under the name “M16.” The semi-automatic version hit the civilian market the following year to never leave it.

Ar 15 Stock

One of the best AR-15 features is its high modularity. It is hands down the most customizable weapon out there that enjoys the abundance of part options beginning from AR-15 handguards and upper receivers to triggers and grips. This versatility allows the AR-15 to be a long-range precision rifle or a close-quarters combat rifle by simply changing the upper, let alone the ability to module the gun according to your taste and comfort.

AR-15 Rifles For Sale

Gritr Sports has a huge rifle collection of AR 15 for sale. We work together with the leading AR-15 brands to bring you the top-notch product that you can be proud of. Be it Springfield Armory, American Tactical Imports, Colt’s Manufacturing, or Rock River Firearms - every AR-15 we sell is a guarantee of quality and reliability.

What calibers are used in AR-15?

✅ AR-15 most common calibers are 5.56x45 or .223 Remington. Due to the pressures associated with firing 5.56×45mm, you shouldn't fire 5.56×45mm rounds in an AR-15 that is marked as .223 Remington, main reason being that higher pressure might cause damage to the rifle.On other hand, it's safe to use .223 in any 5.56 market AR-15 rifle. However, with enough modifications and adjustments, it's possible to use almost any caliber you can think of: from .17 HMR to .45 ACP and even .50. One of the more popular calibers that have been gaining popularity is .300 BLK - a suppressor-friendly load, excellent for hunting, home defense and short range shooting. Nevertheless, 5.56x45 and .223 Remington remain the most popular options for AR-15.

What is the best barrel length for AR-15?

There are 3 options when it comes to barrel length for AR-15: 20-inch, 18-inch and 16-inch.

Is AR-15 better than AK-47?

✅ Back in the day, most people would say that AK-47 is very reliable, even in the harshest environments, though having a lower effective range and being less accurate compared to the AR-15. And even though it was true back when AR-15 was first released, it's not as much of a case currently. Most of the problems regarding AR-15 malfunctioning in the extreme environment have been addressed over the last decades, making AR-15 rifles as reliable as AK-47s, if not more so. However, that came at a cost - straight out of the box AR-15 would be on average more expensive compared to a similar AK-47 model.

Now, when it comes to power, there is no arguing that the AK-47 with its 7.62x39mm is much more powerful compared to AR-15's 5.56x45mm. Sadly, that's pretty much the only advantage that AK-47 has over the AR-15. When it comes to weight, ease of modification, effective shooting range, general ease of access and recoil - AR-15 rifles are simply superior to AK-47 ones.

How expensive are AR-15 rifles?

✅ Unfortunately, there is no exact answer to this question. AR-15 can vary in price by quite a lot: from budget options around 500$ to high-end tactical models that would cost up to 3000$. Standard Mil-spec AR-15 rifles are a great starting point for anyone not experienced with the AR-15 platform. These rifles are great for target shooting and varmint hunting. However, there is always room for improvement and adjusting your rifle to your needs: scopes, floating handrails, adjustable and overall higher quality components can go a long way. And for the high-end AR-15 rifles, you can expect impeccable quality right out of the box. AR-15 is famous for being extremely modification-friendly: you can start with a decent rifle and over time improve it to fit your needs.