Straight talk about the AR15, from shooters who love them. Learn what to buy, how to build one, and which parts actually matter.
New to the AR15? Start here
Buy one complete or build your own? Set a budget, pick a barrel, and go from there. We’ll walk you through it.
Explore the rifle
Step 1: Upper Half
Barrel, bolt carrier, handguard and sights. The barrel is the heart of the rifle.
Step 2: Lower Half
Receiver, trigger, stock and grip. This is the part that counts as the gun.
Step 3: Accessories
Optics, lights, slings and mags. Make it yours.
Why shooters love the AR15
- Light recoil, easy for new shooters
- Modular, like Legos for grown-ups
- Parts and ammo are everywhere
- Great for home defense, hunting and range days
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Shop AR15 gear
- AR-15 rifles at Ammunition Depot
- .223 / 5.56 ammo at Ammunition Depot
- Red dot sights at OpticsPlanet
- Gun slings at OpticsPlanet
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