can someone tell me the difference between the SR-556C and the SR-556FB? the stocks are the same and the barrel lengths are both 16", how is the SR-556C overall length shorter?
@Prodigysportsman "SR-556C model is 1.75" shorter thanks to an integrally machined flash suppressor (ATF counts integrally machined flash suppressor as part of the barrel. The barrel is technically only about 14.5" long). The heavy barrel is now fluted. Ruger say these two changes drop 1/2 pound off front of the rifle."
@nutnfancy I noticed in quite a few of your videos in recent years you mention the guns being used in 3 gun. Have you yourself tried 3 gun competitions yourself? I think you could quite enjoy it, and have the skills for it!
I have been thinking of building a lower, and buying an SR-556 upper for it. I have handled an SR-556 and didn't find it "too heavy." Heavy compared to other AR's...maybe, but not what I would consider a "heavy gun." To hear it from the haters on the forums though, you'd think it was made of depleted uranium-- they all complain about the weight. I'm glad to hear that you, generally very critical of weight, were not bashing the sr-556 system. The upper is a great value with all the accessories.
I also wanted to add that the Sr 556 to me and i would think to alot of others would be a bad choice of Piston gun to buy. Due to the fact that you CAN NOT clean the piston as it is made so you CANT take it apart. No gun is going to clean its self. It is virtually impossible. Over time i think this gun will malfunction and have to be serviced. Defentially not a reliable System due to clear facts that all AR 15 platforms DI or Gas Piston Operated have to be cleaned in order to maintain function.
@nutnfancy, dude i love what your doing out here. Love the information. I have learned quite a few things myself from your videos. But i just wanted to clear something up as im sure you wouldnt mind at all. The Sr 556 is one of the heaviest if not the heaviest piston gun on the market. You refer to weight alot and how you prefer a lighter gun. One of the biggest cons people knock a piston gun for is the weight and most of the piston models today are only 6.8 ounces. Pretty much same as a DI.
so i'm still looking/deciding about buying an AR-15, and the idea of a sr556 as a singular package is a great idea. i love the compnay, the main question i have has popped up from what some reviews have been saying. after having the rifle in the project for a couple years, have you encountered carrier tilt? i, for one, would love to see an update vid on this one. keep it up!
oh look the Marine has a high firm pistol grip...the airforce guy? nope..lol shame nutnfancy shame. just ribbin ya, calm down! :D cant wait to get done with this deployment and go shooting. w00t. keep up the good work. on my way to liking all your vids. i think i'm about half way through.
@TheColossus1987 moa is the measurement of accuracy at every 100 yds. so if you have a 1moa at 100 yds your grouping in a 1 in cirle so every 100 yds you add to your shooting add an inch to your grouping
@GUNCRAZYINATL If you want a chromed out bad ass gun, with a machine gun grade barrel, and tons of add-ons, go with the Ruger, much better investment!
ive seen the ruger sr 556 fail with cheap ammo, I have the sig 516 , and it eats any ammo i feed it. I think the Sig is a much better built rifle. It can take anything.
@MrPibbs28 I just bought the SS 516 if its any consolation, even though your comment is from 6 months ago haha. Anyways, fantastic gun, EXCELLENT craftmanship from Sig as their first AR15 platform, full mil spec, CHF barrel chrome lined, etc.. If youre still on the edge of whether or not to get one Id so go for it, you WONT be disappointed. Cleaning is as simple as a normal AR15 minus the carbon deposits on the BCG, and the short rod(piston system) comes out as a whole from the front of the gun!
Just bought one, precisely the kind of review I wanted to see. I've not yet fired it, but I agree on the weight, it is a monster, but the massive barrel is beneficial. I own Glock pistols exclusively, the primary reasons being fewer moving parts, availabilty of spares for ALL internals & that I can easily detail strip & conduct most repairs on my own, if needed. What I hate about Ruger's SR-556 construction is that their designers think they have to 'stake' everything with roll pins. STOP IT!
Really liked the way you review - very informative and helpful. You mentioned that the Ruger advised against removing the rails and you have to use special tools to do so. My question is how do you replace the transfer rod spring(s)? If I do buy a 556, I would think some time down the road I would have to replace the springs or is that not an issue?
I am about to purchase an AR and i have decided between the SR556 and the Rock River arms entry tactical. I would really love to have your thoughts on it, which one do you think is best?
im buying a piston ar soon.. im pretty set on the sig 516... but im also considering the smith & wesson m&p piston system.... of those 2 systems what would u say is better
@Bama15Baseball At my local gun dealer, the S&W M&P 15 M.O.E, is less than half the price of the SR556, it is between 600 and 700 new. I notice you have bama in your user name, and i am from alabama too. so if you are anywhere close to huntsville Larry's Pistol and Pawn, has REALLY GOOD prices. The SR is between 1400 and 1500
@DontComeToMyHouse I considered the 'C' model with a fluted barrel. BUT - instead of a thread flash hider they've machined the flash suppressor from the material of the barrel & I think that really sucks arse. I went with the SR556FB model (original design) solely because the flash hider was removable. I might want a sound suppressor on it at some point, after all! It'd be a perfect rifle if fluted AND threaded AND not a roll-pinned handguard/inaccessible op rod/spring...
When i was in the army i have seen soldiers group their rounds during zeroing about the size of a fifty cent coin. But keep in mind its military grade ammo, and the trigger is much better. Thats not tyipical and mileage will be differant. On the other hand when i look at your groupings i see that trigger squeeze is a problem. so i would say throw in a new trigger. You should see less flyers i do agree with you that the trigger needs some work. Try some green tip 65gr rounds to.
50 yards with an iron sight, the SA80 LA85 A2 does the same accuracy from the kneeling position. with a SUSAT it does the same grouping at least from 100 meter standing unsupported position. So I say again, either crap firer, crap ammo, or both.
is smell carrying a kershaw dive knife at 15:37? if so thats wierd cus I was just trying my kershaw dive in that same spot on almost the same vest vertical upside down. lol but nice vid i was gunna pick this rifle up but after hearing i cant get the extra mags till im LEO i opted to wait they should offer extra 10 rounders for us crazy californians. dam california laws
hey nutn when you do your accuracy testing at 50 and 100 yards you tested the cheap wolf stuff and the okay PMC and white box. i know thats what most dudes will be using and can afford, but why dont you just test like 1 or 2 boxes of the MATCH grade stuff so we can see what the gun can really do? thanks
out mof the box, it can not be beat. you can put it in the dirt and pull it out shooting. it is a great weapon for those who can not make up their minds between an AK 47 and an AR. It was my chose.
I,m looking into this gun now. Any follow ups almost a year later? From what I have read with the right ammo and regular cleaning its a great choice. Thanx nutn
How was the CQB shooting with the full rife? I ask because I have the choice between that and the SR 556c. I plan to do a wide range and was wondering if you feel the 1/2 lb and 1.75" will make a large difference. I don't have the option to handle it before I purchase it due to my location. Would love your input. (Great video by the way!)
hey nutn, where are you from? looks like home! i live in new mexico? i'm thinking of getting this rifle! i've heard nothing but good things about this gun. BEAUTIFUL PIECE!
nutn would you tell me what the name on the charge handles I hate the one on my sr556 i need a new one keep up the good work on the vid the are made very well
Does anybody have any info about torture testing of the SR-556? With alot of companies, especially with the piston AR-15's, they love to show off how you can bury it in dirt, cover it in mud, submerge it in water, then get right back to shooting. Obviously, this is overkill and not something anybody should do intentionally to their rifle, but I'm curious to know how the SR-556 holds up to the likes of HK416 or LWRC M6A2 and other piston AR's in torture tests.
Fancy boy, nice pitch trying to sell that Ruger but accuracy sucks!!! Why don't you compare it to a surplus Romanian bitten up Kalashnikov. I bet the AK shoots better.
You should be able to skeezee a .9 .8 MOA of a good AR otherwise toss it in the trash. Just another piston actuated rock thrower.
I bet ya a slingshot is more accurate or maybe you just don't know how to shoot that is another strong possibility.
Should have shown the damage carrier tilt causes. I'm 100% positive the receiver extension tube shows signs of the bolt slamming into it. If anyone wants to build a reliable AR15, look into the BCM middy uppers or get a Colt.
Finally got out to the range with my SR-556 on Saturday. Kinda disappointed at the fact it ruins my casings. When a round is loaded from the mag it 'dents' the tapered part of the casing which renders it 'unreloadable'. I called Ruger tech support and the technician said 'Thats the way that gun is'. I wish I would have know that before buying it, whoops.
@jdfarmerboy2640 Maybe in the Airsoft world, why don't you do a video showing us the downfalls of using a optic spanning over a non monolithic rail. I am interested to see your data points that back up your statement
I'm not insulting him- even he says hes not the end all expert. Here's the reasoning; a handgaurd is never on the same plane as is on an upper receiver. They move in different directions, which can bend or twist optics. Think before you speak.
I never stated that you were insulting anyone, I will restate my point as you did not really provide any real data on your reply, I don't know if you actually own real steal but I suggest you take a closer look at the system and again I ask you to state some valid points backing up your claim your comment seems like one from a person that plays airsoft or does not have real experience in carbine rifles
Okay, here we go..Why do you think we have monolithic uppers? For that extra quarter inch of space between the handgaurd and the upper? No. The reasoning behind it is that you can span a single optic over it. A ring on the reciever, and one on the handgaurd. If you're using a tight tolerance ring (say a PRI or a LaRue), then the small amount of movement between the handgaurds and receiver is enough to damage an optic. If it weren't for this, there'd be no point in a mono. Think before speaking.
@TNPviewer whats wrong with airsoft? its a great mil-sim. but your right alot of cod people and airsofters dont know jack about the real steel. im almost 18 and would love a gun which is why i educate myself, which tends to make video games gay because they ruin the performance of guns
@eleSpoon You're wrong. If there is no room for optic mounts to give, that will strain the optic. It can throw you off several MOA. Also, your rail doesn't cause it. If its drop-in, it will just move that way. If it's free float, your delta ring causes it. Stick to trolling in the forums.
@wizemanful Really how about you show us some video DATA that proves your theory instead of pulling statements out of thin air? Oh thats right you can't..stick to trolling youtube
@eleSpoon Actually, it's just common sense. It's impossible for anything to be perfectly aligned. I wouldn't think you would need some big colorful photos to understand that. Again, troll elsewhere.
thanks for the review...just came across this gun...was looking into an HK mr556, a RRA entry tactical, and a colt 6940. I think I just fell in love with the Ruger.
@817riverparkmusic There are 60 minutes of angle (MOA) in every degree, so one MOA equals 1/60 of a degree. One MOA will subtend approximately 1 inch at 100 yards. If you shoot a group at 100 yards and can put a 1 inch diameter circle around the group, then you've shot a 1 MOA group. A 1 MOA group will be 2 inches in diameter at 200 yards, 3 inches at 300 yards and so on.
I want to purchase a Burris speed dot 135 but dont know if i should choose 3 moa or 11 moa please advise. Also do i need and additional gear for mounting? I have a Ruger SR 556. Thank you..
Ruger makes some good stuff. I have a hard time even considering their stuff though, after hearing about the Ruger Letter. (I had to wikipedia it to confirm, but look it up.)
I bought one about a month ago for $1500. I love it. $1500 is about where pricing should be. The two Troy front and back sights alone are $200-230. The quad rail is easily $200, the rail covers are $10 each and the 3 magazines it ships with are $45. Add in a piston system and $1500 is a great price.
@COMANCHY3 nutnfancy needs to run 5.56 nato ammo not .223 because there is a big difference in chamber pressure effects the moa hence sr 556 is going to be at its best with 5.556 nato ammo, if you want to try to wring out a better moa than 1 1/2 , handload them .
This gun is awesome just bought one Thanksgiving weekend. I had no problems with it and shot close to 200 rounds through it. Very clean and it's a good deal for your money.
I have to admit, I'm thinking very hard about getting this gun. Looks like what I'm looking for on an AR 15 style rifle. Love what I'm seeing so far...of course I really want to get my hands on one before I make my final decision. One draw back for me though is the non-compatibility with .22 LR Conversion kits. I'd really like to be able to swap out the bolt with something like a cmmg or similar kit. Anyone know if this is in the works for this gun?
after you through on the quad rail, hand guards, pistol grip, 6 position stock, bird cage suppressor, and all the chrome parts, ohh and the flip up troy battle sights, I think the AMMC will end up costing a lot more.
Go out and check one out in person, you'll see the quality is there and the extras this rifle comes with are great! I checked one out and would up purchasing one a week later.
just got back from the "gun shop" to man handle this beast... i have to say i'm getting one.....i'd love to say i'm getting ten, but one will do for now.
@christopheye you do have to protects all of our animals. mature isnt something to try to tame we need to live with nature and not try to destroy it, but we still need guns to destroy the destroyers
Ace review. Sounds like a realy good gun. Expensive, but eh, you get what you pay for right?
If i ever get the chance of getting a tac carbine of the Stoner family, this (or similar) is probably what i would get. Not saying DI is inferior, got no experience with those so i can´t judge. But i have handled piston guns a lot, so i know what they can do and i know how to clean them.
Hands-on time and experience. That´s all there is to it.
actually man you want to keep the barrel pointed down. if it is pointed up and you have an accidental discharge you don't know where the round will end up going.
ehh.. np man, but im just saying iv always been taught to keep it up, unless its raining. iv been told so many times i guess its just simple logic to me.
unless you are standing on a rock the bullet doesn't richoshet anywhere. i know i've had a gun go off accidently standing in a group of people. scared the shit out of everyone, but no one was hurt. the only debris is a little dirt flying around. if you fire a bullet in the air it continues on a ballistic path and can severely injure or kill someone.
Nutn there are a lot of us out here that watch your videos on an iphone, posts like these we can not longer watch, it is the HD format causing the problem?
I wanted a LWRC M6 or a Patriot Arms and ended up buying this rifle for $1500. You can't beat the price for the product. I was also looking at several DI rifles like the Bushy or the M&P S&W - but the SR556 and it's price point, and what you get with it - out performed them. I couldn't resist. You'll love it period.
I agree nutn i shot about a 2 moa at 150yards also with the pmc ammo using a red dot with the ruger sr. my friend had the opportunity to test shoot the bushmaster acr and he said it is considerably lighter than the ruger, but your going to pay mucho dinero for it.
Another great review Nutn. I know its tough to rear bag an AR w/6-pos, but anything you can do to stabilize the rear is gonna help cut down horizontal stringing.
An AR-15 is the civilian equivalent of the military's M-4/M-16 family of rifles. They are basically the same, except for a couple differences in the trigger, barrel, etc. The Marines, to my knowledge, still utilize the M-16 to a great extent, with some M-4s going to specific individuals. The regular (active) Army basically uses M-4s. They all use a similar round. The military designation is 5.56mm, the civilian, .223. There is a slight difference, but it's not important for our purposes.
for those citing MOAs at longer distances... wouldnt a HK G3 variant using the 7.62x51mm/308 round perhaps be better?
I'd luv a Nutnfancy review of a G3 variant (perhaps the SR9). Also some info (from TNPers also) on the "roller-delayed blowback" vs. DI and Piston systems
value was underrated. Troy rails and sights alone roughly $500 in aftermarket products, that alone drops the rest of the rifle down to the cost of a "regular" AR. throw in a chrome lined barrel($50 upgrade), chrome lined bolt BCG&Bolt( $50-70 upgrade), hogue grip(25$), 3 magpul p-mags($50). In reality paying $900 dollars for a bad ass piston AR. Only thing to do is throw on an optic, improve trigger, and maybe get a "better" stock and a light. Great review on an excellent rifle!!!
does the ruger offer the ability to use the lower with different uppers or did they pull a colt
MrTheree 1 week ago
wonder if a trigger mod will make it 1 moa. Has anyone tried it?
ValenSabreAngel 2 months ago
can someone tell me the difference between the SR-556C and the SR-556FB? the stocks are the same and the barrel lengths are both 16", how is the SR-556C overall length shorter?
Prodigysportsman 4 months ago
@Prodigysportsman "SR-556C model is 1.75" shorter thanks to an integrally machined flash suppressor (ATF counts integrally machined flash suppressor as part of the barrel. The barrel is technically only about 14.5" long). The heavy barrel is now fluted. Ruger say these two changes drop 1/2 pound off front of the rifle."
frankgon4 3 months ago
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@nutnfancy I noticed in quite a few of your videos in recent years you mention the guns being used in 3 gun. Have you yourself tried 3 gun competitions yourself? I think you could quite enjoy it, and have the skills for it!
FenrirRussianWolf 4 months ago
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FenrirRussianWolf 4 months ago
The trigger needs work - bullshit, you need work.
jhazelw 4 months ago
Looks great for Ruger.
SuperRip7 4 months ago
I have been thinking of building a lower, and buying an SR-556 upper for it. I have handled an SR-556 and didn't find it "too heavy." Heavy compared to other AR's...maybe, but not what I would consider a "heavy gun." To hear it from the haters on the forums though, you'd think it was made of depleted uranium-- they all complain about the weight. I'm glad to hear that you, generally very critical of weight, were not bashing the sr-556 system. The upper is a great value with all the accessories.
SiRHybrid1 4 months ago
Should I train with the SR556 for SHTF or another option will be safer for me? Been a 357 mag shooter for years never shot an AR15, love Ruger.
valflyinf 4 months ago
I like the Ruger rifle. Looks chic including the soft case.
SuperRip7 4 months ago
im looking to buy the sr-556 and this video helped me see pros & cons. good job man
meleekitty1 5 months ago 2
I also wanted to add that the Sr 556 to me and i would think to alot of others would be a bad choice of Piston gun to buy. Due to the fact that you CAN NOT clean the piston as it is made so you CANT take it apart. No gun is going to clean its self. It is virtually impossible. Over time i think this gun will malfunction and have to be serviced. Defentially not a reliable System due to clear facts that all AR 15 platforms DI or Gas Piston Operated have to be cleaned in order to maintain function.
sharpbob 6 months ago
@nutnfancy, dude i love what your doing out here. Love the information. I have learned quite a few things myself from your videos. But i just wanted to clear something up as im sure you wouldnt mind at all. The Sr 556 is one of the heaviest if not the heaviest piston gun on the market. You refer to weight alot and how you prefer a lighter gun. One of the biggest cons people knock a piston gun for is the weight and most of the piston models today are only 6.8 ounces. Pretty much same as a DI.
sharpbob 6 months ago
so i'm still looking/deciding about buying an AR-15, and the idea of a sr556 as a singular package is a great idea. i love the compnay, the main question i have has popped up from what some reviews have been saying. after having the rifle in the project for a couple years, have you encountered carrier tilt? i, for one, would love to see an update vid on this one. keep it up!
aznelite325 6 months ago
How in the hell are you not stacking rounds with a 3x9 at a hundred yards?! I was stacking rounds open sites at 50 yards!
bobsemporium 6 months ago
oh look the Marine has a high firm pistol grip...the airforce guy? nope..lol shame nutnfancy shame. just ribbin ya, calm down! :D cant wait to get done with this deployment and go shooting. w00t. keep up the good work. on my way to liking all your vids. i think i'm about half way through.
thaddeusabear 7 months ago
@thaddeusabear Thanks, thad! - Veri
nutnfancy 7 months ago
@thaddeusabear lol
ntrudr800 5 months ago
what about bolt tilt?
m249a1 7 months ago
Can someone please tell me what MOA means, and what the values of of it mean... such as 2MOA, etc. Thanks!
TheColossus1987 7 months ago
@TheColossus1987 moa is the measurement of accuracy at every 100 yds. so if you have a 1moa at 100 yds your grouping in a 1 in cirle so every 100 yds you add to your shooting add an inch to your grouping
m249a1 7 months ago
2moa...vs 2.5 by the mini14 for half the price
TRUTHandANSWERS 8 months ago
trigger's not awful, you just have no follow through
Rocinantex1 9 months ago
if the trigger is that bad, install a Timney Trigger.
ChickenHater550 9 months ago
I think if I hit someone 3 inches off with 5.56 they are dead no mater what.
MrAppleseed88 9 months ago
SIG516 is a better made gun...
nhfoos 10 months ago
@nhfoos Nope, not even close!
longerino 10 months ago
@longerino Your right, this Ruger doesn't come close to a SIG 516.... it's lighter by 2lbs with both stripped.
nhfoos 10 months ago
whats better to you ruger 556 or a sig 516 sort piston ar
GUNCRAZYINATL 10 months ago
@GUNCRAZYINATL SIG 516
nhfoos 10 months ago
@GUNCRAZYINATL If you want a chromed out bad ass gun, with a machine gun grade barrel, and tons of add-ons, go with the Ruger, much better investment!
longerino 10 months ago
Hey @nutnfancy, have you shot the sig sauer 516 yet? if not could you do a vid on it? Thanks bro. LOVE THE VIDS...Keep up the ggod work
MrPibbs28 11 months ago 11
ive seen the ruger sr 556 fail with cheap ammo, I have the sig 516 , and it eats any ammo i feed it. I think the Sig is a much better built rifle. It can take anything.
therosscompton 7 months ago
@MrPibbs28 the sig 516 is like the ruger sr556 but better. that's why i bought one instead. plus it's cheaper. seeing a vid on it would be nice
HK4Life8908 7 months ago
@MrPibbs28 I just bought the SS 516 if its any consolation, even though your comment is from 6 months ago haha. Anyways, fantastic gun, EXCELLENT craftmanship from Sig as their first AR15 platform, full mil spec, CHF barrel chrome lined, etc.. If youre still on the edge of whether or not to get one Id so go for it, you WONT be disappointed. Cleaning is as simple as a normal AR15 minus the carbon deposits on the BCG, and the short rod(piston system) comes out as a whole from the front of the gun!
Faded1020 4 months ago
Just bought one, precisely the kind of review I wanted to see. I've not yet fired it, but I agree on the weight, it is a monster, but the massive barrel is beneficial. I own Glock pistols exclusively, the primary reasons being fewer moving parts, availabilty of spares for ALL internals & that I can easily detail strip & conduct most repairs on my own, if needed. What I hate about Ruger's SR-556 construction is that their designers think they have to 'stake' everything with roll pins. STOP IT!
WACWichita 11 months ago
Really liked the way you review - very informative and helpful. You mentioned that the Ruger advised against removing the rails and you have to use special tools to do so. My question is how do you replace the transfer rod spring(s)? If I do buy a 556, I would think some time down the road I would have to replace the springs or is that not an issue?
jtschau 11 months ago
3:24 thats one BIG scope
kastek9v 11 months ago
100% Made in USA
fishfrizbee 1 year ago
I am about to purchase an AR and i have decided between the SR556 and the Rock River arms entry tactical. I would really love to have your thoughts on it, which one do you think is best?
smooglepoot 1 year ago
im buying a piston ar soon.. im pretty set on the sig 516... but im also considering the smith & wesson m&p piston system.... of those 2 systems what would u say is better
therosscompton 1 year ago
as a begginer ar-15 (price out of the equation) would u recommend this or the S&W M&P 15 M.O.E.
Bama15Baseball 1 year ago
@Bama15Baseball At my local gun dealer, the S&W M&P 15 M.O.E, is less than half the price of the SR556, it is between 600 and 700 new. I notice you have bama in your user name, and i am from alabama too. so if you are anywhere close to huntsville Larry's Pistol and Pawn, has REALLY GOOD prices. The SR is between 1400 and 1500
smooglepoot 1 year ago
nutnfancy....new Ruger SR-556C= 7.4 lbs. Weight problem solved! You could say the SR-556C went to Jenny Craig.
DontComeToMyHouse 1 year ago
@DontComeToMyHouse I considered the 'C' model with a fluted barrel. BUT - instead of a thread flash hider they've machined the flash suppressor from the material of the barrel & I think that really sucks arse. I went with the SR556FB model (original design) solely because the flash hider was removable. I might want a sound suppressor on it at some point, after all! It'd be a perfect rifle if fluted AND threaded AND not a roll-pinned handguard/inaccessible op rod/spring...
WACWichita 11 months ago
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DontComeToMyHouse 1 year ago
When i was in the army i have seen soldiers group their rounds during zeroing about the size of a fifty cent coin. But keep in mind its military grade ammo, and the trigger is much better. Thats not tyipical and mileage will be differant. On the other hand when i look at your groupings i see that trigger squeeze is a problem. so i would say throw in a new trigger. You should see less flyers i do agree with you that the trigger needs some work. Try some green tip 65gr rounds to.
spcjen 1 year ago
Two well done vids...Really enjoyed and more importantly, learned something from..Thank You.
KorumEmrys 1 year ago
Nutnfancy, How do you afford these weapons and ammunition? do you buy them yourselves do you rent them/get good discounts, how do you do it?
blondbassist 1 year ago
50 yards with an iron sight, the SA80 LA85 A2 does the same accuracy from the kneeling position. with a SUSAT it does the same grouping at least from 100 meter standing unsupported position. So I say again, either crap firer, crap ammo, or both.
jozeaphe 1 year ago
is smell carrying a kershaw dive knife at 15:37? if so thats wierd cus I was just trying my kershaw dive in that same spot on almost the same vest vertical upside down. lol but nice vid i was gunna pick this rifle up but after hearing i cant get the extra mags till im LEO i opted to wait they should offer extra 10 rounders for us crazy californians. dam california laws
xNINJAxTACTCALx 1 year ago
How much are one of those sexy little badger charging handle latches running about??
twreck45 1 year ago
A little breeze 10-20mph should not affect accuracy at 100yards
murpheysmuskets 1 year ago
how fast can a semi-auto gun fire? it looked like full auto to me at the end of the vid
Zocratezknows 1 year ago
@Zocratezknows as fast as you can pul the trigger :)
But that is nowhere near as fast as full auto lol
kwaglockman 1 year ago
i've used 2000 tiger surplus ammo and no problems =) few jams here and there but it was my fault shooting too quickly haha
SuperDwang 1 year ago
Who makes that light mount?
KeyboredNinja 1 year ago
i wonder what the sr 556 in 6.8spc would be like..... accuracy, etc.
suntsu152 1 year ago
better trigger would help with grouping.
spcjen 1 year ago
PMC is match ammunition? Oh, come now...
wizemanful 1 year ago
cool gun and nice music
extremedealer 1 year ago
hey nutn when you do your accuracy testing at 50 and 100 yards you tested the cheap wolf stuff and the okay PMC and white box. i know thats what most dudes will be using and can afford, but why dont you just test like 1 or 2 boxes of the MATCH grade stuff so we can see what the gun can really do? thanks
marshall3win 1 year ago
I wish Ruger would make a 20" barrel version, that would hands down be my AR of choice.
SARKEK 1 year ago
out mof the box, it can not be beat. you can put it in the dirt and pull it out shooting. it is a great weapon for those who can not make up their minds between an AK 47 and an AR. It was my chose.
bossduff 1 year ago
Thank you, I was thinking about the gas piston. Don't want it now b/c of its weight.
pr4runner
pr4runner 1 year ago
hey nutn should do a review of an ar with the new bravo company usa gunfighter charging handle. He may like it more than the badger version.
HunterofDemons 1 year ago
can you use the cmmg 22 kit in the sr 556
liuto100 1 year ago
@liuto100 i was wondering the same thing did you ever get an answer?
Nicho2177 1 year ago
@liuto100 Yes, turn your gas system off, all the way off (Or you will wreck your CMMG kit)
And then just replace the bolt like in any other AR
Kylef7735 1 year ago
I,m looking into this gun now. Any follow ups almost a year later? From what I have read with the right ammo and regular cleaning its a great choice. Thanx nutn
thallium200 1 year ago
How was the CQB shooting with the full rife? I ask because I have the choice between that and the SR 556c. I plan to do a wide range and was wondering if you feel the 1/2 lb and 1.75" will make a large difference. I don't have the option to handle it before I purchase it due to my location. Would love your input. (Great video by the way!)
SGTKOHN 1 year ago
@SGTKOHN Tough choice, They just released a 6.8 version to, I'm definitely going to get one of the 3.
Composer1777 1 year ago
hey nutn, where are you from? looks like home! i live in new mexico? i'm thinking of getting this rifle! i've heard nothing but good things about this gun. BEAUTIFUL PIECE!
MrJohnboy1911 1 year ago
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By any chance do you smoke the pork sword?
jayinspain 1 year ago
@jayinspain No Jay, sorry, he doesn't. But if you keep looking, I'm sure you'll find someone that will. -- Veri (Nutn's sister)
nutnfancy 1 year ago
thats sick
mikezwofour 1 year ago
Will this bad boy hold STANAGs? Wouldnt want to have to compromise my arsenal.
yakuzawarlord 1 year ago
nutn would you tell me what the name on the charge handles I hate the one on my sr556 i need a new one keep up the good work on the vid the are made very well
misterfats123 1 year ago
Awesome review. Just got a trijicon reflex on my SR...it's a great combo!
caymangtr 1 year ago
Does anybody have any info about torture testing of the SR-556? With alot of companies, especially with the piston AR-15's, they love to show off how you can bury it in dirt, cover it in mud, submerge it in water, then get right back to shooting. Obviously, this is overkill and not something anybody should do intentionally to their rifle, but I'm curious to know how the SR-556 holds up to the likes of HK416 or LWRC M6A2 and other piston AR's in torture tests.
EscpdFrmPsykward 1 year ago
Fancy boy, nice pitch trying to sell that Ruger but accuracy sucks!!! Why don't you compare it to a surplus Romanian bitten up Kalashnikov. I bet the AK shoots better.
You should be able to skeezee a .9 .8 MOA of a good AR otherwise toss it in the trash. Just another piston actuated rock thrower.
I bet ya a slingshot is more accurate or maybe you just don't know how to shoot that is another strong possibility.
LOL!!!
avilavella 1 year ago
What does MOA mean?!?
roguewarrior5 1 year ago
Should have shown the damage carrier tilt causes. I'm 100% positive the receiver extension tube shows signs of the bolt slamming into it. If anyone wants to build a reliable AR15, look into the BCM middy uppers or get a Colt.
eleSpoon 1 year ago
how do u afford this
benpatto06 1 year ago
GUN porn
welderMTL 1 year ago
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brassel 1 year ago
My DPMS Panther Classic 16 chews up Brown Bear like none other! Great ammo!
UrbanKnight12 1 year ago
i have got brown bear ammo and ....
good
i haven'd got any problems...
i shot the target death...
mennnyanyadba66 1 year ago
bear is the same as wolf...try it on your rifle, if it works, have fun with it.
eggworm 1 year ago
what do you think of brown bear ammo
misterfats123 1 year ago
I got my sr 556 at the gun show in houston tx I love this gun some much my wife gave my sr556 nick name she called it baby I lol
misterfats123 1 year ago
Finally got out to the range with my SR-556 on Saturday. Kinda disappointed at the fact it ruins my casings. When a round is loaded from the mag it 'dents' the tapered part of the casing which renders it 'unreloadable'. I called Ruger tech support and the technician said 'Thats the way that gun is'. I wish I would have know that before buying it, whoops.
adamklann81 1 year ago
I hope Nutn knows you're not supposed to span an optic over a non-monolithic mount. You can damage an optic, or atleast a mount by doing that.
jdfarmerboy2640 1 year ago
@jdfarmerboy2640 Maybe in the Airsoft world, why don't you do a video showing us the downfalls of using a optic spanning over a non monolithic rail. I am interested to see your data points that back up your statement
TNPviewer 1 year ago
I'm not insulting him- even he says hes not the end all expert. Here's the reasoning; a handgaurd is never on the same plane as is on an upper receiver. They move in different directions, which can bend or twist optics. Think before you speak.
jdfarmerboy2640 1 year ago
I never stated that you were insulting anyone, I will restate my point as you did not really provide any real data on your reply, I don't know if you actually own real steal but I suggest you take a closer look at the system and again I ask you to state some valid points backing up your claim your comment seems like one from a person that plays airsoft or does not have real experience in carbine rifles
TNPviewer 1 year ago
Okay, here we go..Why do you think we have monolithic uppers? For that extra quarter inch of space between the handgaurd and the upper? No. The reasoning behind it is that you can span a single optic over it. A ring on the reciever, and one on the handgaurd. If you're using a tight tolerance ring (say a PRI or a LaRue), then the small amount of movement between the handgaurds and receiver is enough to damage an optic. If it weren't for this, there'd be no point in a mono. Think before speaking.
jdfarmerboy2640 1 year ago 15
@TNPviewer whats wrong with airsoft? its a great mil-sim. but your right alot of cod people and airsofters dont know jack about the real steel. im almost 18 and would love a gun which is why i educate myself, which tends to make video games gay because they ruin the performance of guns
Wabaanimkii 1 year ago
@jdfarmerboy2640 LOL really? I'm guessing you don't use qaulity products like Larue or Daniel Defense rails. Stick to airsoft....
eleSpoon 1 year ago
@eleSpoon You're wrong. If there is no room for optic mounts to give, that will strain the optic. It can throw you off several MOA. Also, your rail doesn't cause it. If its drop-in, it will just move that way. If it's free float, your delta ring causes it. Stick to trolling in the forums.
wizemanful 1 year ago
@wizemanful Really how about you show us some video DATA that proves your theory instead of pulling statements out of thin air? Oh thats right you can't..stick to trolling youtube
eleSpoon 1 year ago
@eleSpoon Actually, it's just common sense. It's impossible for anything to be perfectly aligned. I wouldn't think you would need some big colorful photos to understand that. Again, troll elsewhere.
wizemanful 1 year ago
@wizemanful You sure know how to "troll"..
Crim15 1 year ago
Check out the Benelli MR1MSRP $1299 CALIBER 5.56 x 45mm NATO (.223 Rem.) hope for a review of this GUN !!
texture6 2 years ago
thanks for the review...just came across this gun...was looking into an HK mr556, a RRA entry tactical, and a colt 6940. I think I just fell in love with the Ruger.
lexr1 2 years ago
great review. i also grew up on ruger and love this gun. 5*
xInFeCtEdv 2 years ago
Great review! Very helpful.
Thanks! I love what I'm seeing from this gun.
Still a little pissed about Ruger's position on the old assault weapons ban, maybe we can make up.
heavybubble123 2 years ago
what dose MOA mean?
817riverparkmusic 2 years ago
MOA means Minute of Angle. Basically how much drop the bullet will do at a certain distance. Mostly measured at 1 MOA and 100yrds
pbkid01 1 year ago
@pbkid01 I meant 1 MOA AT 100yrds
pbkid01 1 year ago
@817riverparkmusic There are 60 minutes of angle (MOA) in every degree, so one MOA equals 1/60 of a degree. One MOA will subtend approximately 1 inch at 100 yards. If you shoot a group at 100 yards and can put a 1 inch diameter circle around the group, then you've shot a 1 MOA group. A 1 MOA group will be 2 inches in diameter at 200 yards, 3 inches at 300 yards and so on.
randomaccess7 1 year ago
What kinda light is he using on his RRA?
yoyoma102 2 years ago
I want to purchase a Burris speed dot 135 but dont know if i should choose 3 moa or 11 moa please advise. Also do i need and additional gear for mounting? I have a Ruger SR 556. Thank you..
ARMEDNDANGEROUS1 2 years ago
Ruger makes some good stuff. I have a hard time even considering their stuff though, after hearing about the Ruger Letter. (I had to wikipedia it to confirm, but look it up.)
Good videos, Nutnfancy!
Nnatere 2 years ago
I bought one about a month ago for $1500. I love it. $1500 is about where pricing should be. The two Troy front and back sights alone are $200-230. The quad rail is easily $200, the rail covers are $10 each and the 3 magazines it ships with are $45. Add in a piston system and $1500 is a great price.
riolindasucks 2 years ago
so how do you like that burris red dot and is there a review of it?
cuzimaluzer77 2 years ago
yes dad im ready lol sounds a lil fimmed
COMANCHY3 2 years ago
fimmed? -- Veri (Nutn's sister)
nutnfancy 2 years ago
miffed sorry like agitated not mad or anything
COMANCHY3 2 years ago
Oh yeah probably!! LOL! He's probably only heard his Dad say THAT 100's of times. hehe -- Veri (Nutn's sister)
nutnfancy 2 years ago
i see said the blind man lol
COMANCHY3 2 years ago
@COMANCHY3 nutnfancy needs to run 5.56 nato ammo not .223 because there is a big difference in chamber pressure effects the moa hence sr 556 is going to be at its best with 5.556 nato ammo, if you want to try to wring out a better moa than 1 1/2 , handload them .
foogas48 1 year ago
This gun is awesome just bought one Thanksgiving weekend. I had no problems with it and shot close to 200 rounds through it. Very clean and it's a good deal for your money.
LifeOfAPirate13 2 years ago
I have to admit, I'm thinking very hard about getting this gun. Looks like what I'm looking for on an AR 15 style rifle. Love what I'm seeing so far...of course I really want to get my hands on one before I make my final decision. One draw back for me though is the non-compatibility with .22 LR Conversion kits. I'd really like to be able to swap out the bolt with something like a cmmg or similar kit. Anyone know if this is in the works for this gun?
Apache1974 2 years ago 2
Just took mine out to the range tonight, had to put down a laser printer that has given me trouble in the past!
Love My SR556 !!!!!
longerino 2 years ago 14
@longerino haha sounds like something my dad would have done if he had a gun with him. He settled for chucking our ink guzzler off the deck.
breeder999 1 year ago
@longerino thats what im going to be doing once the snow is gone lol
MrAuntjemima12 10 months ago
after you through on the quad rail, hand guards, pistol grip, 6 position stock, bird cage suppressor, and all the chrome parts, ohh and the flip up troy battle sights, I think the AMMC will end up costing a lot more.
longerino 2 years ago
great vid keep up the good work
drewbaby1965 2 years ago
Ruger needs to get a 6.8 spc out into the market. NOW
frei1furimmer 2 years ago
So True!
clubtc05 2 years ago
Are you going to do a review on the Robinson XCR? I would be very interested in that gun
raudi 2 years ago
Go out and check one out in person, you'll see the quality is there and the extras this rifle comes with are great! I checked one out and would up purchasing one a week later.
goretro77 2 years ago
Nice video!
Do you think Ruger will market a full-size version or one without the tacticool rails?
tonkhunter 2 years ago
just got back from the "gun shop" to man handle this beast... i have to say i'm getting one.....i'd love to say i'm getting ten, but one will do for now.
painfultone 2 years ago
Part 1 & Part 2 were great, Thanks for putting this Ruger fan on track for a new purchase.
TheDogDew 2 years ago
as a guy on a forum said "anything that shits where it eats is gonna have reliability problems"
AK47 gas piston weapons for life.
DestroyerAlexandros 2 years ago
children
spawnofdawnacle 2 years ago
good videos. very professional.
scsmia 2 years ago
I like the Tribal House you got at the beginning:)
xdrdosx 2 years ago
Peace man not war!!! You have to save the animals man!
christopheye 2 years ago
@christopheye you do have to protects all of our animals. mature isnt something to try to tame we need to live with nature and not try to destroy it, but we still need guns to destroy the destroyers
Wabaanimkii 1 year ago
Ace review. Sounds like a realy good gun. Expensive, but eh, you get what you pay for right?
If i ever get the chance of getting a tac carbine of the Stoner family, this (or similar) is probably what i would get. Not saying DI is inferior, got no experience with those so i can´t judge. But i have handled piston guns a lot, so i know what they can do and i know how to clean them.
Hands-on time and experience. That´s all there is to it.
BigSwede7403 2 years ago
This comment has received too many negative votes show
I love shootin, and huntin..but you should always keep the barrel upwards when not discharging rounds!
BlueCloneTrooper521 2 years ago
Yeah...Rounds are holy :)
Sortsylic 2 years ago
actually man you want to keep the barrel pointed down. if it is pointed up and you have an accidental discharge you don't know where the round will end up going.
skyski80 2 years ago 3
ehh.. np man, but im just saying iv always been taught to keep it up, unless its raining. iv been told so many times i guess its just simple logic to me.
BlueCloneTrooper521 2 years ago
yea but pointed down you have debrie (i cant spell it) and bullet richoshet
FutureMarine246 2 years ago
unless you are standing on a rock the bullet doesn't richoshet anywhere. i know i've had a gun go off accidently standing in a group of people. scared the shit out of everyone, but no one was hurt. the only debris is a little dirt flying around. if you fire a bullet in the air it continues on a ballistic path and can severely injure or kill someone.
skyski80 2 years ago
hmmm true but its is still dangerous in loose ground such as gravel, but its true that when fired in the air the bullet still is lethal
FutureMarine246 2 years ago
that did it for me im buying one
metalcharger17 2 years ago
Nutn,
There are a lot of us out here that really enjoy watching
your videos and your expertise from the iphone, however
like gsteal, I have been unable to watch several of your
later videos. Could it be the format they are being posted
in?
jmd8045 2 years ago
Nutn there are a lot of us out here that watch your videos on an iphone, posts like these we can not longer watch, it is the HD format causing the problem?
jmd8045 2 years ago
another great vid nutn..
What video camera do you use.. it looks awesome.
greenrolaids 2 years ago
THATS A GOOD CAMERA
lorddregan 2 years ago
Outside has GREAT graphics.
lorddregan 2 years ago
Great review, Ive been looking into getting one of these myself and now I think it is for sure.
Nice switch to HD also nutn, makes it easier to watch.
dilmorecg 2 years ago
I wanted a LWRC M6 or a Patriot Arms and ended up buying this rifle for $1500. You can't beat the price for the product. I was also looking at several DI rifles like the Bushy or the M&P S&W - but the SR556 and it's price point, and what you get with it - out performed them. I couldn't resist. You'll love it period.
kennyjwi 2 years ago 2
Nice vid man
214luis 2 years ago
I was one of the subscribers that asked for a review on this gun and you delivered. Great job!
adamjames82 2 years ago
I agree nutn i shot about a 2 moa at 150yards also with the pmc ammo using a red dot with the ruger sr. my friend had the opportunity to test shoot the bushmaster acr and he said it is considerably lighter than the ruger, but your going to pay mucho dinero for it.
skyski80 2 years ago
yeah...id rather buy a set of dumbbells and a sr556 than a overpriced peice of plastic
ftf1987 2 years ago
yeah but ur paying for a mil spec with the bushmaster. i don't believe that ruger has a mil spec on the sr 556.
skyski80 2 years ago
Another great review Nutn. I know its tough to rear bag an AR w/6-pos, but anything you can do to stabilize the rear is gonna help cut down horizontal stringing.
68wagoneer 2 years ago
Why can't I view your videos in Iphone anymore? Did you change something?
gstea1 2 years ago
NutnFancy!!
You need to get your hands on a Tavor21!!!
i would enjoy that
naxgcs 2 years ago
can you use the CMMG .22 conversion kit for piston AR's like this?
aberry11 2 years ago
not without taking out the op rod that ruger suggests you dont do or else modifying the conversion unit with a space for the op rod.
ftf1987 2 years ago
killerss!!
bgdum 2 years ago
unless you sensless and repesaly beat your son, witch i cant picture you doing, i think you son is quite lucky i wish i was your son and im 23 lol.
my dad only took me shooting once
samuraimoose 2 years ago
dose tha marines use any AR-15z?
can some one plz explain
citizenschools 2 years ago
An AR-15 is the civilian equivalent of the military's M-4/M-16 family of rifles. They are basically the same, except for a couple differences in the trigger, barrel, etc. The Marines, to my knowledge, still utilize the M-16 to a great extent, with some M-4s going to specific individuals. The regular (active) Army basically uses M-4s. They all use a similar round. The military designation is 5.56mm, the civilian, .223. There is a slight difference, but it's not important for our purposes.
cbrusharmy 2 years ago
for those citing MOAs at longer distances... wouldnt a HK G3 variant using the 7.62x51mm/308 round perhaps be better?
I'd luv a Nutnfancy review of a G3 variant (perhaps the SR9). Also some info (from TNPers also) on the "roller-delayed blowback" vs. DI and Piston systems
Hhound 2 years ago
value was underrated. Troy rails and sights alone roughly $500 in aftermarket products, that alone drops the rest of the rifle down to the cost of a "regular" AR. throw in a chrome lined barrel($50 upgrade), chrome lined bolt BCG&Bolt( $50-70 upgrade), hogue grip(25$), 3 magpul p-mags($50). In reality paying $900 dollars for a bad ass piston AR. Only thing to do is throw on an optic, improve trigger, and maybe get a "better" stock and a light. Great review on an excellent rifle!!!
ftf1987 2 years ago
Smokin !!
VooDooU22X 2 years ago
watz tha actual diffrence between an AR-15 nd a M16?
citizenschools 2 years ago
Wiki and google are great resources, use em. God bless
AZflyingdevil 2 years ago
Does any one know how much i could pick this up for?
eggmaster40 2 years ago