About Ruger AR-556 8502
The Ruger AR-556 Model 8502 is chambered in 5.56 NATO with M4 feed ramps provide improved operational reliability. The heavy contour, cold hammer-forged barrel has ultra-precise rifling for exceptional accuracy, longevity, and easy cleaning. The 1:8 twist rate stabilizes bullets from 35-77 grains. Its upper receiver is forged from 7075-T6 aluminum and includes a forward assist, dust cover, and brass deflector. It is Type III hard coat anodized for maximum durability. It has a fixed M4-style black synthetic buttstock and Mil-Spec buffer tube. The front post sight is elevation adjustable and the A2 style"F" height allows co-witness with many optics. The rear sight is a Ruger Rapid Deploy folding sight. It provides adjustment for windage and pairs with the front sight for a solid reliable aiming system. The milled gas block is located at a carbine-length (M4) position for improved balance and handling. It comes with an ergonomic pistol grip that features an extended trigger reach for more precise control over the single stage trigger providing durable and reliable fire control and is protected by an oversized trigger guard which gives plenty of room for use with gloves. This rifle comes with one metal 10-round magazine.
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Specifications
Brand | Ruger |
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Category | Rifles |
Length | 34.4" |
Action | Semi-Automatic |
Caliber | .223 Remington |
Capacity | 10 |
Finish | Anodized |
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Pedro A Q
February 17, 2018Pedro A Q on
Very nice weapon, and well constructed

Joshua P
December 12, 2015Just picked it up from my FFL today. Super good build quality. I ordered when the normal AR556 was out of stock. I will tell you a few things about this particular model. It comes with a 10 round mag and no flash hider. Which means the barrel is not thre
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Ruger AR-556 8502 Questions and Answers
10RD Mag the max?
You can use a COUPLER to attach 2 10-rd mags back-to-back, even in CA 10-rd AR mags is the max but it's fine to use such couplers.
Is this New York Compliant?
Paul, no, it is not. Details here : budsgunshop.com/catalog/feeds/state_reg/new_york_restrictions.pdf
Maryland Legal
Hi Troy, Yes, this rifle meets the guidelines set forth by MD. Details here : budsgunshop.com/catalog/feeds/state_reg/maryland_restrictions.pdf
is this legalin Connecticut
Unfortunately it is not Robert. budsgunshop.com/catalog/feeds/state_reg/connecticut_restrictions.pdf ----- I looked at this an "Jeez". http://lawcenter.giffords.org/assault-weapons-in-connecticut/
Is this legal in NJ?
HI Victor, Yes it is legal budsgunshop.com/catalog/feeds/state_reg/new_jersey_restrictions.pdf
legal in mass?
I had to double check this one. This rifle does not meet MA guidelines James (pistol grip and bayonet lug). Details are here : budsgunshop.com/catalog/feeds/state_reg/massachusetts_restrictions.pdf Elimination of the pistol grip such as this Ruger is lega