Savage Arms MSR 15 Recon Barrel 5.56 16" - AR-15 Rifle

The Savage Arms MSR 15 Recon Barrel 5.56 16" delivers everything an AR-15 should — dependable 5.56 function, quality construction, and straightforward ergonomics — without asking you to pay for features you don't need.

A semi-automatic AR-15 rifle chambered in 5.56, the Savage Arms MSR 15 Recon Barrel 5.56 16" combines direct impingement operation with standard AR-15 architecture for straightforward reliability.

Proven Gas System: Running a direct impingement system that has proven itself across millions of rounds in the field, this 5.56 platform brings that reliability record to every range session and defensive use case.

Well-Balanced Profile: The 16" barrel and M-LOK free-float handguard combination keep this rifle handy without sacrificing the sight radius and velocity that make the 5.56 cartridge effective.

AR-15 Ecosystem Access: Standard AR-15 compatibility means accessories, replacement parts, and upgrade components are universally available — this rifle will never be an orphan platform.

Low-Maintenance Reliability: A quality finish and properly spec'd components reduce maintenance requirements without cutting corners on durability — more time shooting, less time cleaning.

• Caliber: 5.56
• Barrel Length: 16"
• Gas System: Direct Impingement
• Handguard: M-Lok Free-Float
• Muzzle Threading: 1/2x28
• Magazine Capacity: 30-Round
• Finish: Type III Hardcoat Anodized
• Origin: Made in the USA

Accepts all STANAG-pattern 5.56 magazines and pairs with any mil-spec AR-15 lower receiver. Compatible with standard carbine buffer systems and mil-spec lower parts kits.

The upper and lower receivers are constructed from 7075-T6 with a Type III Hardcoat Anodized finish — a durable combination that resists corrosion and maintains tight tolerances over an extended service life.

Well-suited for home defense, recreational target shooting, and competitive carbine matches. A natural choice for shooters building a versatile general-purpose AR-15.

Savage Arms brings a legacy of precision rifle manufacturing to the modern sporting rifle market — the MSR 15 lineup applies that same accuracy-first approach to the AR-15 platform. Made in the USA.