Top 7 AR-10s and Overview

The original AR-10 was designed by legendary firearms designer and engineer Eugene Stoner in 1956 while serving as chief engineer for ArmaLite. The AR-10 performed well in military trials, and showed promise, but was ultimately beaten out by Springfield Armory's submission, the eventually named M14. The AR-10 was a vast departure from previous United States service weapons such as the M1 Garand, instead utilizing aluminum parts, polymer instead of wood, and an aluminum/steel composite barrel leading to a large reduction in weight and increase in control. A primary change the US military was looking for included a caliber change. By downsizing the AR-10's original caliber (7.62x51mm NATO, .308 Winchester), the military would be following a previous trend of downsizing in an attempt to optimize its function, similar to when the 30-06 was replaced by the (7.62x51mm NATO, .308 Winchester). By going to a smaller diameter bullet with a better ballistic coefficient and higher velocity, effective range and accuracy could be increased. From there, the AR-15 downsized to (5.56x45mm NATO, .223 Remington) and replaced the problematic composite barrel with steel. The AR-15 was then selected to replace the M14 and has been in use, in various forms, ever since. Today, as the platform continues to grow, the AR in .308, just as Eugene Stone created it, is growing in popularity. Here are a few of the best offerings available.

Daniel Defense 15815060047 DD5V4 GEN II 18 M-LOK



Daniel Defense DD5V4 GEN II 18 M-LOK

This rifle features an 18" cold hammer-forged chrome-lined barrel that utilizes an innovative free-floating 4-Bolt Connection System. The unique Daniel Defense 4-Bolt Connection System gives you a rock-solid barrel connection without the use of a barrel nut, which ensures higher accuracy. Fully ambidextrous controls include the safety, mag catch, bolt release, and a Grip-N-Rip charging handle.

ArmaLite AR10TAC20 AR-10 Tactical Rifle Semi-Auto 308 Winchester/7.62 NATO 20" FH 25+1 MBUS MBA-1 Stock Black Hard Coat Anodized/Phosphate



ArmaLite AR-10 Tactical Rifle Semi-Auto 308 Winchester

This rifle features Magpul MBUS flip-up sights and MOE + pistol grips. The dual-purpose flash hiding compensator tames recoil while reducing signature. A sturdy 15" key mod handguard provides ample hand space and a full-length MIL-STD 1913 12 o'clock rail for sights and accessories. This model has a 20" double-lapped, chrome-lined, chrome moly barrel, and a rifle-length gas system with an adjustable gas block.

ArmaLite AR103GN13 AR-10 Competition Semi-Auto 308 Winchester/7.62 NATO 16" MB 25+1 MBA-1 Stock Black Hard Coat Anodized/Phosphate



ArmaLite AR-10 Competition

This gun is purpose-built for 3 gun and tactical rifle competitions. It features a Timney single stage trigger with a 4 pound trigger pull.

Diamondback DB-10 Semi-Automatic AR-10 Rifle .308/7.62X51 20rd 16" Barrel - FDE Finish - DB10CCMLFDE



Diamondback DB-10 Semi-Automatic AR-10 Rifle

This AR-10 pattern rifle features an incredibly accurate 4150 Chromoly barrel. The mid-length gas system on this model reliably cycles the rifle shot after shot and is tuned perfectly. The bolt carrier group on this DB-10 is a shot-peened Mil-Spec 8620 bolt carrier. This platform is built on matched 7075-T6 aluminum receivers that are incredibly rugged. Covering the barrel is a free-float 15" M-Lok handguard that is ready to accept any accessories of your choosing.

Springfield Armory Saint Victor Lightweight AR-10 Semi-Auto Rifle. .308WIN/7.62X51 20rd 16" Barrel - STV916308B



Springfield Armory Saint Victor Lightweight AR-10

This rifle features a free-float 15" aluminum handguard and Accu-Tite receiver tensioning system make this Saint the solution for hunting and security applications. The nickel boron-coated flat trigger enhances responsiveness, while the premium bolt carrier group thrives at high round counts. A top-quality lightweight 16" barrel moves quickly yet still groups well. This model also features a pinned low-profile gas block, and a Springfield Armory designed muzzle brake eliminates barrel rise and softens recoil.

Radical Firearms RF-10 Billet .308 Rifle w/ 18" Barrel and 15" Round Rail KeyMod



Radical Firearms RF-10 Billet

Features matching proprietary billet upper and lower set fixed stock, upper picatinny free floating rail system with KeyMod slots at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock positions.

Armalite 10A4BF AR-10 A4 Rifle Semi-Auto 20" 20+1 A2 Stock Black



Armalite 10A4BF AR-10 A4

Features include a double lapped chrome lined barrel, flash suppressor, picatinny rail, flattop, tactical two stage trigger and aluminum manganese phosphate steel finish. Comes with one 10 round and one 20 round magazine. Shop All AR-15 Style Rifles
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