![]() ![]() ![]() These have also been referred to in some publications as AC-556F models (for folder). The fact that it had a 10-inch barrel helped a lot. Slightly heavier at 7.9-pounds loaded, it was much shorter at just 33.5-inches with its folding stock open, and right at 24 with it folded neatly out of the way. The second was the AC-556K, a chopped-down version. The first gun, the standard AC-556, has a 7.3-pound empty weight (7.8 loaded with a 20-round mag) and was 38.75-inches overall with an 18.5-inch barrel. The gun was produced in two flavors for commandos looking for different things. The end of the barrel held a NATO standard flash hider that doubled as a grenade launcher for rifle grenades and recoil damper. The fixed-piston gas system was beefed up a little, as it, in its time, was one of the few select-fire 5.56mm ‘rod’ guns on the market. The gun still maintained its standard Mini-14/30 safety lever in the trigger guard. It was located to the right-hand side of the rear sight, with all the way back being rock and roll. This selector moves from regular semi-auto fire to 3-round burst, to full auto with a flick of the dial. The receivers had to be slightly longer to fit the select-fire mode switch at its rear part. Taking the standard Mini-14 layout as an example, with its CNC-made chrome-molybdenum steel barrel and breech and extensive use of music-wire coil springs, Ruger made a few changes.įirst, the AC556 has a completely different receiver, not to mention the fire control group. In the back of his mind, Bill Ruger had always believed the Mini-14 could have competed as a valid military rifle (a sentiment shared by Colonel Jeff Cooper) if it just had the right features. Ruger started work on the variant in 1978, specifically targeting government sales. The gun was the Ruger AC556, and it’s what is lovingly referred to in the full auto circles as a “buzzsaw”. Who hasn’t looked at a Mini-14 or Mini-30 rifle and thought, man this baby would be a blast on full-auto? Well, it would seem great minds think alike because Sturm Ruger did just that back in the 1990s when they made a little-known variant built around this concept. This type of transfer usually takes 60 days or less according to the ATF. It will be transferred on form 4 to your FFL/SOT dealer for delivery to you. NOTE: This weapon is a National Firearms Act (NFA), fully transferable rifle, which is registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, (BATFE) under the provisions of 18 U.S.C. ![]() Smooth hardwood stock, with vented synthetic upper cover, checkered pistol grip, and folding metal buttstock.Įxcellent with 99% - 100% original blue finish, Stock and grip set are also excellent. The selector switch is positioned on the right rear of the receiver, with positions for semi-automatic, three-round burst, and fully automatic. Fitted with a birdcage flash hider, blade and adjustable peep sights, and standard receiver markings. Marketed to law enforcement and foreign military clients, the AC-556 family of weapons is the Mini-14 223 caliber rifle configured as a factory original selective-fire machine gun. Most people will never see a Ruger AC-556 much less own one so I have included some web information. ![]() This one has the short 10" barrel, the factory folding stock, and is in new condition. The AC-556 is capable of firing in the semi-automatic, three-round burst, or fully automatic mode. The AC-556 is transferable under NFA guidelines as a machine gun. Manufactured in February 1984 per the Ruger Letter (A copy of this letter is in the pictures section) Also included is the factory operations manual. FS: From my personal collection is a mint Ruger AC-556. ![]()
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