--- title: "RUGER AR-556 B5 Bravo 5.56 NATO 16.1\" 30rd Semi-Auto AR15 Rifle - M-LOK - Black" canonical_url: "https://www.kygunco.com/product/ruger-8542-ar-556-5.56-nato-16.1-black-30rd-b5-bravo" meta: author: KYGUNCO "og:image": "https://cdn.kygunco.com/assets/products/145535/thumbnail.jpg?v=1712593114" "og:image:height": "500" "og:image:width": "500" "og:title": "RUGER AR-556 B5 Bravo 5.56 NATO 16.1\" 30rd Semi-Auto AR15 Rifle - M-LOK - Black" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.kygunco.com/llms.txt) [Home](https://www.kygunco.com/) / [Shooting](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting) / [Guns](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns) / [Rifles](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns/rifles) / [Semi-Auto](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns/rifles/semi-auto) / RGR-08542 ![Main product image](https://static.kygunco.com/cdn-cgi/image/f=auto,w=600/assets/products/145535/main.jpg?v=1712593114) For illustration purposes only, this image may not be an exact representation of the product. # RUGER AR-556 B5 Bravo 5.56 NATO 16.1" 30rd Semi-Auto AR15 Rifle - M-LOK - Black 5.0 ** ** ** ** ** [3 reviews](#reviews) $860.99 ** 5 interest-free payments of **$172.20** with ![Sezzle logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/sezzle.svg) ** ![Credova logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/credova.svg) As low as **$153.71**/month with ![Credova text logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/credova-text.svg) ** Online In Store [** KYGUNCO Bardstown 401 Glenwood Drive, Bardstown KY](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?q=place_id:ChIJfwecWCBSaIgRguIjuoPha40) [** KYGUNCO Louisville 2301 Nelson Miller Parkway, Louisville KY](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?q=place_id:ChIJu1yzo5WZaYgRU5lrq2lQNhI) Item # 145535 Style RGR-08542 UPC 736676085422 Condition New Manufacturer [Ruger](https://www.kygunco.com/brand/ruger) Model AR-556 Hand Right Hand Finish Black Round Capacity 30 Caliber 5.56 NATO, 223 Rem Action Semi-Auto Barrel Length 16.1 in **FEATURES** - Lightweight 13.50" aluminum handguard is free-floated for accuracy and features Magpul® M-LOK® accessory attachment slots along the 3:00, 6:00 and 9:00 positions. The top rail has been docked in the center for improved grip access and reduced weight while maintaining Picatinny at the front and rear. - Flat top upper receiver features a Picatinny rail for easy attachment of magnified optic, red dot or open sights. - Made from 7075-T6 hard-coat anodized aluminum forgings, shot-peened and proof-tested 9310 steel bolt, and 8620 steel bolt carrier. The inside diameter of the carrier and gas key are chrome plated and the key is staked for longevity. - The Ruger® Elite 452® AR-Trigger is a two-stage trigger that offers a smooth, crisp, 4.5 pound trigger pull. It features a full-strength hammer spring for consistent primer ignition and a lightweight hammer that enables a faster lock time for improved accuracy. - Lower receiver is fitted with B5 Systems Type P23 grip and Bravo collapsible buttstock on Mil-Spec buffer tube. - Cold hammer-forged alloy barrel with 1:8" twist rifling that provides exceptional accuracy with bullets from 35 to 77 grains. M4 feed ramps and 5.56 NATO chamber allows the use of both 5.56 NATO and .223 Rem. ammunition. The barrel and 1/2"-28 Ruger® flash suppressor have a matte black oxide finish to reduce glare and provide corrosion resistance. - Ruger® muzzle brake is a radial port design that significantly reduces felt recoil and muzzle movement. The threaded barrel allows for standard muzzle accessories to be installed. - Mid-length gas system provides smooth operation at a lower gas port pressure than a carbine system. - Also includes: one, 30-round Magpul® PMAG® magazine. **SPECIFICATIONS** - Stock B5 Bravo - Handguard Lite Free-Float with M-LOK® Attachment Slots - Sights None - Barrel Length 16.10" - Thread Pattern 1/2"-28 - Twist 1:8" RH - Capacity 30 - Finish Type III Hard-Coat Anodized - Height 7.20" - Weight 6.7 lb. - Overall Length 33" - 36.25" - Length of Pull 11.13" - 14.38" - Grooves 5 - UPC 7-36676-08542-2 ** WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to [www.p65warnings.ca.gov](https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov). ## Frequently Bought Together 5.0 ** ** ** ** ** 3 reviews ** ** ** ** ** 3 ** ** ** ** ** 0 ** ** ** ** ** 0 ** ** ** ** ** 0 ** ** ** ** ** 0 ## Reviews ** Verified Customer very well thought out ar..mid range cant go wrong with a ruger 10/22/2024 ** ** ** ** ** ** Verified Customer I can't say enough good things about this rifle. What I'm most pleased with is the accuracy. This is my 3rd AR-15, and it is my new favorite. 9/4/2024 ** ** ** ** ** ** Verified Customer Accurate/flat, smooth op, nice trigger, great first AR to tingle with...Cons: tiny overlock on top handguard rail, loud muzzle brake 7/8/2022 ** ** ** ** ** ## Don't Forget Your Ammo ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#website","@type":"WebSite","description":"Shop KYGUNCO for firearms, ammo, accessories, parts, and outdoor gear at low prices with fast, easy nationwide shipping.","name":"KYGUNCO","url":"https://www.kygunco.com/","publisher":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#/schema/organization/kygunco"}},{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/ruger-8542-ar-556-5.56-nato-16.1-black-30rd-b5-bravo#webpage","@type":"WebPage","description":"Shop KYGUNCO for firearms, ammo, accessories, parts, and outdoor gear at low prices with fast, easy nationwide shipping.","name":"RUGER AR-556 B5 Bravo 5.56 NATO 16.1\" 30rd Semi-Auto AR15 Rifle - M-LOK - Black","url":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/ruger-8542-ar-556-5.56-nato-16.1-black-30rd-b5-bravo","about":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/ruger-8542-ar-556-5.56-nato-16.1-black-30rd-b5-bravo#/schema//kygunco"},"breadcrumb":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/ruger-8542-ar-556-5.56-nato-16.1-black-30rd-b5-bravo#breadcrumb"},"isPartOf":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#website"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https://www.kygunco.com/product/ruger-8542-ar-556-5.56-nato-16.1-black-30rd-b5-bravo"]}]},{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#/schema/organization/kygunco","alternateName":"Kentucky Gun Company","currenciesAccepted":"USD","description":"Shop KYGUNCO for firearms, ammo, gun parts, optics, shooting accessories, and outdoor gear with online ordering and shipping options across the U.S.","email":"info@kygunco.com","foundingDate":"1946-01-01","hasMap":"https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?q=place_id:ChIJfwecWCBSaIgRguIjuoPha40","logo":"https://www.kygunco.com/logos/kygunco.svg","name":"KYGUNCO","priceRange":"$$","telephone":"+1-502-348-3594","url":"https://www.kygunco.com","@type":["Organization","LocalBusiness"],"address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"401 Glenwood Drive","addressLocality":"Bardstown","addressRegion":"KY","postalCode":"40004","addressCountry":"US"},"contactPoint":{"@type":"ContactPoint","contactType":"Customer Service","telephone":"+1-502-348-3594","email":"info@kygunco.com","availableLanguage":"English","hoursAvailable":{"@type":"OpeningHoursSpecification","dayOfWeek":["https://schema.org/Monday","https://schema.org/Tuesday","https://schema.org/Wednesday","https://schema.org/Thursday","https://schema.org/Friday"],"opens":"09:00","closes":"17:00"}},"geo":{"@type":"GeoCoordinates","latitude":37.8032518,"longitude":-85.4252895},"hasMerchantReturnPolicy":{"@type":"MerchantReturnPolicy","name":"Standard Return Policy","inStoreReturnsOffered":true,"merchantReturnDays":30,"returnPolicyCategory":"https://schema.org/MerchantReturnFiniteReturnWindow","returnMethod":["https://schema.org/ReturnByMail","https://schema.org/ReturnInStore"],"returnFees":"https://schema.org/FreeReturn","refundType":["https://schema.org/ExchangeRefund","https://schema.org/FullRefund","https://schema.org/StoreCreditRefund"],"applicableCountry":"US"},"hasOfferCatalog":{"@type":"OfferCatalog","name":"KYGUNCO Catalog","url":"https://www.kygunco.com/search"},"image":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#/schema/image/1"},"knowsAbout":["Firearms sales and transfers","FFL dealers and compliance","Optics and accessories","Outdoor and hunting equipment"],"openingHoursSpecification":[{"@type":"OpeningHoursSpecification","dayOfWeek":["https://schema.org/Monday","https://schema.org/Tuesday","https://schema.org/Wednesday","https://schema.org/Thursday","https://schema.org/Friday","https://schema.org/Saturday"],"opens":"09:00","closes":"18:00"}],"paymentAccepted":["Credit Card","Credova","Sezzle"],"sameAs":["https://x.com/kygunco","https://www.facebook.com/kentuckygunco","https://www.instagram.com/kygunco","https://www.youtube.com/@thekentuckygunco","https://rumble.com/c/KYGUNCO"]},{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/ruger-8542-ar-556-5.56-nato-16.1-black-30rd-b5-bravo#product","@type":"Product","description":"Shop KYGUNCO for firearms, ammo, accessories, parts, and outdoor gear at low prices with fast, easy nationwide shipping.","gtin":"736676085422","mpn":"08542","name":"RUGER AR-556 B5 Bravo 5.56 NATO 16.1\" 30rd Semi-Auto AR15 Rifle - 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