NEW 6.8/SR-556

**deadduck357** · 08-25-10, 18:33

Ruger's got something new out.

A new Ruger SR-556.

WHAT 6.8spc

Specs:

Model: SR-556
Caliber: 6.8spc
Weight empty: 7.760 lbs
Overall length: 36 1/16 in
Collapsed length: 32 13/16 in
Barrel length: 16.12 in. (Med/Heavy)
Rifling twist: 1/10 in.
Trigger weight: 6 lbs 2.5 oz

Features:

Chrome lined bore and chamber
2x C-Products 27 rd magazine (loaded weight:22.2oz)
1x C-Products 5 rd magazine (loaded weight:7.6oz)
mil-spec; 1.1495 in. Buffer tube/receiver extension
5/8x24 Muzzle thread

1.1495 in. buffer tube diameter.

Five pull average of 6 lbs 2.5 oz

**deadduck357** · 08-25-10, 18:34

Standard M4-type six position adjustable buttstock.

Hogue Monogrip

3x Troy rail covers.

Troy BUIS front and rear.

Ruger AC-556 type flash suppressor.

Sight adjustment tool is hidden in cardboard box.

**deadduck357** · 08-25-10, 18:41

BCG

BCG disassembled.

Bolt is marked for 6.8spc.

Piston, regulator, and detent.

Regulator marked 6.8

**deadduck357** · 08-25-10, 18:42

This is the initial out of box review. A range report will follow soon.

**BSHNT2015** · 08-26-10, 23:20

Keep us posted, interesting to see another major company build a 556/68 package.

**WillardCW4** · 08-26-10, 23:30

I'm glad more companies are backing the 6.8 SPC platform... hopefully prices will be driven down and it will become a lot more realistic caliber for mainstream use.

Wondering how it compares to a POF, LWRC, or LMT... for a list price of $2,000