I'm selling a Ruger SR-556 VT (Varmint Target) chambered in 5.56/.223 Remington. I'm asking $800 for it plus $30 shipping. I've owned this rifle for a few years and shot it very little – no more than a couple hundred rounds. It's got a few minor scuffs here and there consistent with a rifle that's been taken to the range a few times, but it's in great shape. It's been 100% reliable and pretty accurate too. I was getting 5-shot groups of 3/4 inch with handloaded ammo, but I make no accuracy guarantee. This is about as accurate a piston-driven AR-15 as you'll find. The barrel is thicker than a normal AR, but not too heavy. You get the benefits of a piston gun without the typical degradation in precision. I'll include one, 30-round Magpul P-Mag. (I've got a bunch more brand-new ones that I'll sell for $10 each if you're interested.) I think I have the factory box still, which was foam-lined. I haven't signed up for a new image hosting site after the Photobucket fiasco, but I can email you pictures.
Here is a description of the rifle from Ruger:
– Two-stage piston provides a cleaner, cooler running, reliable firearm with superior operating endurance. The two-stage piston provides a smooth power deliver stroke to the bolt carrier.
– The four-position gas regulator can be adjusted for optimum reliability and superior operating endurance. The gas system may be closed completely for manual operation during training or when using a suppressor.
– Lightweight, adaptable handguard w/ user-configurable rails and rail covers.
– 20" 410 stainless steel barrel, cold hammer forged, with 1:8 inch right hand twist.
– Bolt carrier group features a chrome-plated bolt, one-piece bolt carrier and extractor.
Here is a breakdown of the upgrades I have performed on this rifle:
– Replaced Hogue grip with Magpul MOE+ grip. This is the one with the rubberized surface.
– Replaced A2-style, fixed-length buttstock with a Magpul MOE.
– Replaced factory trigger with PSA's EPT (Enhanced Polished Trigger). I prefer single-stage triggers over the original two-stage.
– Replaced factory charging handle with an ambidextrous model in the style of the Radian Raptor. It's not a Raptor, but I have two of the Raptors and this one is almost an exact copy.
PLEASE READ ALL THAT FOLLOWS CAREFULLY:
It will be $30 for shipping to anywhere in the continental US that this rifle is legal, though it will probably cost me more than that. Shipping would be more to Alaska. The rifle will obviously ship to your FFL. If your dealer requires that the rifle come from another FFL-holder I'll have to charge you an extra $25 to cover the fee my dealer will charge me.
This rifle cannot ship to California and probably can't ship to a few other states these days either – New York might be a no-go. Not having a threaded barrel or flash-hider might help its legality in some areas. Ultimately it is your responsibility to know whether this rifle and the magazine are legal where you live! If, after delivery, your dealer tells you that you cannot take ownership of the rifle because of local regulations that is your problem! If you're in an area where high-capacity magazines are illegal (I understand this currently includes CA, CO, CT, HI, MA, MD, NJ, NY, and parts of IL) I will not ship the magazine to you, though you're still welcome to purchase the rifle.
I will accept cashier's checks, money orders, or personal checks (anything but USPS money orders will be held for 7 to 10 business days until they clear my bank). I might be willing to work out a discreet PayPal payment, but contact me about that. Please contact me with questions. I'm not interested in trades at this time, or in offers for less than my asking price.
Here is a description of the rifle from Ruger:
– Two-stage piston provides a cleaner, cooler running, reliable firearm with superior operating endurance. The two-stage piston provides a smooth power deliver stroke to the bolt carrier.
– The four-position gas regulator can be adjusted for optimum reliability and superior operating endurance. The gas system may be closed completely for manual operation during training or when using a suppressor.
– Lightweight, adaptable handguard w/ user-configurable rails and rail covers.
– 20" 410 stainless steel barrel, cold hammer forged, with 1:8 inch right hand twist.
– Bolt carrier group features a chrome-plated bolt, one-piece bolt carrier and extractor.
Here is a breakdown of the upgrades I have performed on this rifle:
– Replaced Hogue grip with Magpul MOE+ grip. This is the one with the rubberized surface.
– Replaced A2-style, fixed-length buttstock with a Magpul MOE.
– Replaced factory trigger with PSA's EPT (Enhanced Polished Trigger). I prefer single-stage triggers over the original two-stage.
– Replaced factory charging handle with an ambidextrous model in the style of the Radian Raptor. It's not a Raptor, but I have two of the Raptors and this one is almost an exact copy.
PLEASE READ ALL THAT FOLLOWS CAREFULLY:
It will be $30 for shipping to anywhere in the continental US that this rifle is legal, though it will probably cost me more than that. Shipping would be more to Alaska. The rifle will obviously ship to your FFL. If your dealer requires that the rifle come from another FFL-holder I'll have to charge you an extra $25 to cover the fee my dealer will charge me.
This rifle cannot ship to California and probably can't ship to a few other states these days either – New York might be a no-go. Not having a threaded barrel or flash-hider might help its legality in some areas. Ultimately it is your responsibility to know whether this rifle and the magazine are legal where you live! If, after delivery, your dealer tells you that you cannot take ownership of the rifle because of local regulations that is your problem! If you're in an area where high-capacity magazines are illegal (I understand this currently includes CA, CO, CT, HI, MA, MD, NJ, NY, and parts of IL) I will not ship the magazine to you, though you're still welcome to purchase the rifle.
I will accept cashier's checks, money orders, or personal checks (anything but USPS money orders will be held for 7 to 10 business days until they clear my bank). I might be willing to work out a discreet PayPal payment, but contact me about that. Please contact me with questions. I'm not interested in trades at this time, or in offers for less than my asking price.
