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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.
Product Information | |
Metal Finish | Stainless/Silver |
Action | Semi-Auto |
Gauge | 12 GA / 20 GA |
Barrel Length | 19.75 |
Overall Length | 25" - 34.5" |
Trigger | Trigger Tech |
Safety | 2 Position |
Capacity | 8 |
Stock Material | Aluminum Chassis |
Drop | 1 1/8" @ Comb & 2 1/4" @ Heel |
Ignition | |
Chamber | 2.5" |
Hand | Ambidextrous |
Item Type | |
Stock Color | Black Laminate |
Product Information | |
Metal Finish | Mossy Oak |
Action | Semi-Auto |
Gauge | |
Barrel Length | 23.5 |
Overall Length | 35.25" |
Trigger | RAK-1 Enhanced Trigger Group |
Safety | 3 Position |
Capacity | No Magazine Included |
Stock Material | Wood |
Drop | 1 1/8" @ Comb & 2 1/4" @ Heel |
Ignition | Not Listed |
Chamber | |
Hand | Ambidextrous |
Item Type | Other |
Stock Color | Thumbhole |
Product Information | |
Metal Finish | Green |
Action | Semi-Auto |
Gauge | N/A |
Barrel Length | 16.1 |
Overall Length | 34.4" |
Trigger | Single Stage |
Safety | Star |
Capacity | 10 |
Stock Material | Synthetic |
Drop | N/A |
Ignition | N/A |
Chamber | N/A |
Hand | Right |
Item Type | Rifle |
Stock Color | Synthetic |
Product Information | |
Metal Finish | Marine Cerakote metal |
Action | |
Gauge | 12 Gauge |
Barrel Length | 22.4375 |
Overall Length | 48.63" |
Trigger | Two Stage Competition |
Safety | Thumb Safety |
Capacity | 28+1 |
Stock Material | |
Drop | 1.73" @ Comb & 2.44" @ Heel |
Ignition | Not Listed |
Chamber | Not Listed |
Hand | |
Item Type | |
Stock Color | Not Listed |
Retail Store Availability
In-Store Purchase Only | |
Lexington, KY | Not in store |
Greenville, KY | Not in store |
Sevierville, TN | Not in store |
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Model 8502 |
Condition Factory New |
Bud's Item # 347 |
UPC 736676085026 |
Manufacturer Ruger |
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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I've never owned a new ar, so maybe i'm in wanderlust, but the fit of this weapon is outstanding ! Thank you Ruger for making an affordable, sure to be, a reliable starting rifle. Thank you Bud's and Team Bud's, for a pain free experience ! Looking forward to more order's in the future.
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Just 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 threaded for one. Not a huge deal i just wish i would have realized or that there was a better description. But the part i was relieved about, THERE IS NO BULLET BUTTON! Will report back after i get some rounds down. But first impression is this is a $1000 AR build quality with a fraction price tag.
Questions & Answers
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- Answered
- Asked 03/06/2022 16:54 by Umberto G
A:Umberto, this has a fixed stock and non-threaded barrel, so it is NJ compliant. Here's a S&W that is also NJ compliant >>> https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/5000/smith+%26+wesson+10203+m%26p15+sport+ii+nj+compliant+556x45mm+nato+16%22+10%2b1+matte+fixed+black+synthetic+stock+black+black+polymer .....Have a great day!See 1 more answer | -
- Answered
- Asked 02/19/2022 23:12 by Bob R
A:Bob, no Sir, the pistol grip is restricted in CA. This rifle is CA legal : https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/35753/smith+%26+wesson+12001+m%26p+15+sport+ii+ca+compliant+semi-automatic+223+remingtoSee 2 more answers | -
- Answered
- Asked 02/13/2022 18:19 by Kurt B
A:Kurt, this has a fixed stock, not a fixed magazine. I'm reading on MA gun forums that it is not MA legal. Appears to be MA legal, but it could be considered a copycat of an assault weapon, therefore banned. You should check with your FFL to be sure. budsgunshop.com/feeds/state_reg/massachusetts_restrictions.pdf .....Have a great day!See 1 more answer | -
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- Asked 09/23/2021 11:13 by albert m
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- Answered
- Asked 04/21/2020 19:45 by Ibrahim S
A:Ibrahim, I would check out the Camp Site Sport Shop as they have a large assortment of compliant models. Buds is sold out : - https://www.campsitesportshop.com/html/firearms-rifles-ny-compliant.aspSee 1 more answer | -
- Answered
- Asked 01/05/2020 17:22 by Aaron P
A:Aaron, yes Sir it will. Most manufacturers including Ruger make firearm packages that have 10rd magazines so their rifles/pistols can also be sold in state that have magazine capacity restrictions. The rifles/pistols are exactly the same but just have 10rd mags included. They will also accept any standard capacity magazines just fine. -
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- Asked 09/13/2019 16:24 by Hasani C
A:No Sir. This 8502 is the California version without a threaded barrel so no flash hider or muzzle device can be installed on the barrel.See 1 more answer | -
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- Asked 08/08/2019 03:17 by lamartine m
A:Lamartine, NO. Here is a list of CA compliant firearms at BUDs.--------https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/search.php/type/Firearms/exclusive/caSee 1 more answer | -
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- Asked 12/14/2018 18:59 by Timamu H
A:It will work with any ar15 mag or drum 5,10 ,15 20, and 30, round mags and the larger drums will also workSee 2 more answers | -
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- Asked 10/10/2018 22:46 by Paul S
A:Paul, no, it is not. Details here : https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/feeds/state_reg/new_york_restrictions.pdfSee 2 more answers | - Show More Questions
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