Seller’s Guide: How Much Is A Ruger AR-556 Worth?

The Ruger AR-556 series of AR15 platform rifles are rugged and reliable and generally hold their value which can range from between $tk and $tk depending on the condition of the rifle and the model. Ruger started building AR15 rifles in 2009 when they introduced the SR-556. Ruger also manufactures a PC Carbine and LC Carbine both chambers in pistol calibers. One of the most iconic of all Ruger semi-automatic rifles is the Model 44. At Dunlap Gun Buyers and cashmyguns.com we have appraised hundreds of Ruger autoloading rifles so we know the market value of Ruger firearms. Are you selling your Ruger AR-556 or Ruger Model 44? Contact us to find out what your Ruger semi-auto rifle is worth.

What’s the Value of a Ruger SR-556?

The average value of a Ruger SR-556 ranges between $700 to $850. Ruger began manufacturing AR15 platform rifles in 2009 when they introduced the SR-556. This is not the typical gas impingement AR15 rifle, but uses a short-stroke piston mechanism. These rifles were chambered in either 5.56, 300 BLK, or 6.8 SPC. The SR-556 Takedown model allows the user to quickly and easily disassemble the rifle and store it in an over sized nylon case. The SR-762 Carbine was chambered in 7.62 NATO and was used a piston-driven system. Ruger stopped producing the SR-556 and SR-762 rifles in 2018. Contact us to find out what your Ruger SR-556 rifle is worth.

Ruger AR-556 Models and Values

The average value of a Ruger AR-556 ranges between $405 to $605. Since 2015 Ruger has bee producing the AR-556 series of rifles based on the traditional traditional direct impingement. There are three variants to these AR15 platform rifles: the standard AR-556, AR-556 MPR, and AR-556 Free Float Handguard or Optics Carbine. The   standard AR-556 is the base model. Some versions feature Magpul or B5 Systems furniture. The standard AR-556 is only chambered in 5.56 NATO. The AR-556 MPR or Multi-Purpose Rifle is chambered in either 5.56 NATO, .350 Legend or .450 Bushmaster with Magpul furniture. The AR-556 MPR with a .223 Wydle chamber features an 18-inch Proof Research carbon fiber barrel. The AR-556 Free Float Handguard or Optics Carbine free floats the barrel with a flattop upper receiver that is optic ready. Contact us to find out what your Ruger AR-556 rifle is worth.

Ruger SFAR

In 2022 Ruger introduced the SFAR or Small Frame Auto Loading rifle chambered in 7.62 NATO/.308 Winchester. The SFAR features Magpul furniture and either a 16.1 or 20 inch barrel.

Ruger Carbine and Ruger PC Carbine

Ruger first produced a pistol caliber carbine from 1998 to 2006 chambered in either 9mm or .40 Auto. These rifles featured a black synthetic stock and used the magazine from Ruger’s SR9 semi-automatic pistol. The Ruger PC (Pistol Caliber) Carbine debuted in 2018 and I slike a Ruger 10/22 on steroids. These rifles are chambered in 9mm only and feature modular magazine wells to accept Ruger SR9 or Ruger American Pistol magazines or Glock magazine. The rifle is a takedown style allowing quick separation of the barrel/forend assembly from the action/stock for ease of transportation and storage. The Ruger PC Carbine Backpacker model features a Stealth Gray Magpul PC Backpacker stock. The PC Carbine with AR15 chassis uses an AR15 style pistol grip and collapsible AR15 style stock. The Ruger PC Carbine Free Float Handguard is equipped with an aluminum free float hand guard with M-LOK slots to attach accessories. The average value of a Ruger PC Carbine runs from $425 to $555. Contact us to find out what your Ruger PC Carbine is worth.

Ruger Model 44 Carbine

One of the most iconic Ruger auto loading rifles is the Ruger Model 44. This was Ruger’s first first rifle released in 1960 and capitalized on the popularity of the .44 Magnum cartridge. The Model 44 design uses a 4-round tubular magazine in the forend and was designed as a close range carbine for deer hunting. Some 3,700 Model 44 rifles were marked “Deerstalker” before Ithaca sued Ruger for using their copyrighted name. These Deerstalker marked rifles bring a premium. The Model 44RS model came from the factory with a aperture rear sight. The Model 44 Fingergroove model featured a Monte Carlo style stock. A full-length Mannlicher style stock was standard on the Model 44 International. Ruger ceased production of the Model 44 in 1985. Expect an average value between $905 and $1,375 for a Ruger Model 44 Carbine.

Ruger Model 99/Deerfield 44 Carbine

From 2000 to 2006, Ruger offered a modern version of the Model 44 called the Model 99/44 Deerfield. It was chambered in .44 Magnum only and used a removable 4-shot rotary magazine. Ruger Semi-Automatic Rifle Values

Ruger has produced a wide variety of semi-automatic rifles, starting with he iconic Model 44 through to the popular AR-556. Contact Us to find out the value of your Ruger auto loading rifle.