RADICAL FIREARMS FR16-5.56SOC-15RPR-GRY AR RIFLE 5.56MM 16" BBL

Radical Firearms FR16-5.56SOC-15RPR-GRY AR rifle 5.56mm 16 inch barrel. This AR platform rifle is Radical Firearms' 16 inch SOCOM profile model (FR16-5.56SOC-15RPR-GRY) chambered in 5.56mm, built for shooters who want a rugged range and defense capable rifle without a premium price tag. It suits home defenders, range shooters, and AR enthusiasts who want a modular platform they can build on over time. Anyone searching for a durable 16 inch 5.56 AR 15 rifle with a free float M-LOK handguard for range training and home defense will find this configuration built for exactly that role.

Key Features

• Manufacturer part number FR16-5.56SOC-15RPR-GRY, UPC 814034027342
• Caliber: 5.56mm NATO chamber
• Capacity: 30 round magazine
• Barrel length: 16 inches
• Barrel material: 4140 chrome moly vanadium steel
• Barrel finish: Melonite
• Barrel profile: SOCOM
• Barrel thread pitch: 1/2x28
• Twist rate: 1:7
• Barrel extension: M4 feed ramps
• Gas system: mid length
• Gas block: .750 low profile
• Muzzle device: A2 flash hider
• Upper receiver: forged 7075 T6 aluminum, M4 MIL-STD style, Type III anodized finish
• Lower receiver: forged 7075 T6 aluminum, Type III anodized finish
• Handguard: 15 inch free float M-LOK thin rail
• Stock: B5 Systems Bravo, grey, 6 position adjustable
• Grip: B5 Systems Type 23 pistol grip, grey
• Buffer tube: carbine length, MIL-STD
• Fire control group: semi automatic MIL-STD
• Forward assist: MIL-STD
• Charging handle: MIL-STD
• Dust cover: MIL-STD
• Action type: semi automatic, direct impingement gas operated

Special Features

• The SOCOM barrel profile adds extra steel around the mid section of the barrel, giving it more rigidity than a standard lightweight contour without adding excess weight up front.
• Melonite barrel finish resists corrosion and wear, helping the barrel hold up through repeated range sessions and varied weather conditions.
• The 15 inch RPR free float handguard keeps the barrel from contacting the rail, which supports more consistent point of impact as the barrel heats up.
• M-LOK slots along the handguard let you attach lights, foregrips, and other accessories directly without needing rail adapters.
• B5 Systems furniture in grey gives this rifle a distinct two tone look compared to standard black builds, while the Bravo stock lets you adjust length of pull to fit your build and shooting position.
• Forged 7075 T6 receivers with Type III anodizing provide a mil spec level of durability found on higher priced rifle platforms.

Practical Benefits

• The 16 inch SOCOM profile barrel gives you a rifle that is legal for standard configuration while still offering enough barrel length for reliable velocity and accuracy at typical range distances.
• If you are asking whether an AR 15 like this works for home defense, the compact overall footprint combined with the mid length gas system makes it easy to maneuver through doorways and hallways while still cycling 5.56 ammunition reliably.
• The adjustable B5 Bravo stock lets you dial in your length of pull, which helps shooters of different builds get a consistent, repeatable cheek weld whether at the range or training with a plate carrier.
• A 30 round magazine capacity keeps you shooting longer between reloads during range sessions or drills without constant magazine changes.
• The M-LOK compatible handguard means you can build out your setup over time with optics, lights, and grips as your budget allows, rather than buying everything up front.
• If you want a dependable 5.56 AR platform rifle for both range training and personal defense at home, this configuration gives you the durability and modularity to grow into whatever role you need it for.

The Radical Firearms FR16-5.56SOC-15RPR-GRY delivers a 16 inch 5.56mm AR rifle that stands as a practical choice for range shooters, home defenders, and builders who want a durable modern sporting rifle platform to customize over time.