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Ruger Harrier 5.56 NATO AR-15 16.1" Barrel M-LOK MOE-K2 30+1 Rounds
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SKU: WX2*0749580
Overview
Built on a mil-spec AR-15 platform, this rifle is set up for hunters and shooters who want a modern, configurable carbine for range work and field use. The free-float handguard, full-length Picatinny rail, and Magpul M-LOK slots provide flexible mounting options, while the MOE-K2 grip and collapsible stock support a practical, streamlined setup. Its 16.1" government profile barrel, mid-length gas system, and 5.56 NATO chambering give it a versatile foundation for a wide range of shooting applications. Details like QD sling sockets, a threaded muzzle with A2 flash hider, and mil-spec receiver construction round out a rifle focused on utility rather than excess.
Why Hunters Choose the Ruger
Enhanced Ergonomics
From the slim-profile free-float handguard
Full-length Picatinny
Rail supports optics and accessory
Magpul M-lok
Slots and QD sling sockets
Mid-length Gas
System is designed to reduce
Mil-spec 7075
Type III hard coat anodizing
Key Features
- 5.56 NATO AR-15 platform with 30+1 capacity
- 16.1-inch government profile barrel with nitride finish
- 6-groove 1:8-inch right-hand twist rifling
- Mid-length gas system designed to reduce felt recoil
- Free-float slim-profile handguard with full-length Picatinny rail
- Magpul M-LOK slots and QD sling sockets on both sides
- Magpul MOE-K2 grip and collapsible stock on a mil-spec buffer tube
Best Used For
- Range shooters who want a modern AR-15 with free-float handguard and flexible accessory mounting
- Hunters needing a 5.56 NATO rifle with a slim profile and QD sling sockets for carry
- Users who prefer Magpul MOE-K2 grip and collapsible stock for familiar AR ergonomics
- Shooters looking for a mil-spec platform with mid-length gas system and 30+1 capacity
- Owners planning optics and accessory setups using the full-length Picatinny rail and M-LOK slots
Specifications
| Barrel Finish | Nitride finish |
|---|---|
| Barrel Length | 16.1" |
| Barrel Profile | Government profile |
| Bolt Carrier Group | Nitrided bolt carrier group with staked gas key |
| Buffer Tube | Mil-spec buffer tube |
| Caliber | 5.56 NATO |
| Capacity | 30+1 |
| Ergonomics | Enhanced ergonomics |
| Furniture | Quality furniture |
| Gas System | Mid-length |
| Grip | Magpul MOE-K2 grip |
| Handguard | Free-float handguard |
| Handguard Profile | Slim profile |
| Lower Receiver Feature | Tension screw |
| Lower Receiver Material | 7075 forgings |
| M Lok Slots | 3:00, 6:00, and 9:00 positions plus 8 intermediate slots on the muzzle end |
| Muzzle | 1/2"-28 threaded muzzle |
| Muzzle Device | A2 flash hider |
| Platform | Mil-spec AR-15 platform |
| Rail | Full-length Picatinny rail |
| Receiver Finish | Type III hard coat anodized |
| Rifling | 6-groove |
| Sling Sockets | QD sling sockets on both sides of handguard |
| Stock | Collapsible stock |
| Twist Rate | 1:8" right-hand twist |
| Upper Receiver Features | Forward assist, dust cover, brass deflector |
| Upper Receiver Material | 7075 forgings |
Pros
- Enhanced ergonomics from the slim-profile free-float handguard and quality furniture
- Full-length Picatinny rail supports optics and accessory mounting options
- Magpul M-LOK slots and QD sling sockets add flexible setup options
- Mid-length gas system is designed to reduce felt recoil
- Mil-spec 7075 forged receivers with Type III hard coat anodizing
- Includes Magpul MOE-K2 grip and collapsible stock on a mil-spec buffer tube
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Chambered in 5.56 NATO with 30+1 capacity, so it is set up around a standard AR-15 use case rather than a specialized hunting cartridge.
- The 16.1" government profile barrel and free-float handguard add useful versatility, but they also make this a full-size rifle rather than a compact setup.
- The included A2 flash hider is functional, but the threaded muzzle means users who want a different muzzle device will need to swap it out.
- The full-length Picatinny rail and multiple M-LOK slots offer broad mounting flexibility, but they can also encourage adding accessories that increase overall setup complexity.
Suggested Comparisons
- AR-15 pattern rifles
- 5.56 NATO semi-automatic rifles
- Free-float handguard rifles
- M-LOK-equipped rifles
Suggested Accessories
- Optic mount
- Weapon light
- Two-point sling
- M-LOK rail covers
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber and magazine capacity does the Ruger Harrier use?
It is chambered in 5.56 NATO and listed with 30+1 capacity.
What kind of handguard and accessory mounting options does it have?
The Harrier uses a slim-profile free-float handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail on top and Magpul M-LOK slots at the 3:00, 6:00, and 9:00 positions, plus 8 intermediate slots on the muzzle end.
Does the rifle come ready for optics and sling use?
Yes. The upper has a full-length Picatinny rail for optics and accessories, and the handguard includes QD sling sockets on both sides.
What barrel and gas system details are provided?
The rifle has a 16.1" government profile barrel with a nitride finish, 6-groove rifling, a 1:8" right-hand twist, and a mid-length gas system.
What furniture and receiver features are included?
The Harrier includes a Magpul MOE-K2 grip, a collapsible stock on a mil-spec buffer tube, mil-spec dimension 7075 forged upper and lower receivers with Type III hard coat anodizing, and a lower receiver tension screw for a tighter fit.