The AR-15

The AR-15

The AR-15

My GoalMy goal for this 8th grade project was to learn the history of, the purpose and function of, as well as assemble an AR-15 rifle with the help of my mentor.I had been shooting guns for awhile and I loved shooting. So, when the opportunity came up to be able to learn about a very popular gun and build it for myself I had to jump on it. HistoryAR-15= Armalite Rifle- model 15Most famous version is the M-16 select fire military rifle.The AR was introduced in 1957 by the Fairchild Armalite corporation.Designers= Eugene Stoner, Robert Fremont, L. James SullivanIn 1959 Armalite sold the design to Colt who then turned around and sold it to the military designated as the M-16.By 1963 Colt began selling the semi-automatic version designated as the AR-15 to civilians.History cont.The rifle underwent numerous modifications over the years as problems developed. These modifications fixed feeding problems, fouling issues, accuracy issues at longer distances and controllability while shooting.Cleaner ammo was then developed, cleaning accessories were issued, and faster barrel twist rate designs were incorporated to help with heavier ammo.

History cont.The M16 is used by 15 NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) countries and more than 80 countries world wide.The US has used the M16 and its variants in every conflict since Vietnam including modern day Afghanistan and Iraq.While the true number is unknown, more than 10,000,000 M16 and variant rifles have been produced, that number has grown exponentially over the last 10 years thanks to the United States civilian market.The modern day use of the AR-15Self DefenseCompetitionHuntingSportingCollecting

Differences of the AR-15/M16/M4The AR-15 is semi-automatic as opposed to the M16 fully automatic or M4 burst versions.Full Auto and burst rifles must have been manufactured prior to 1986 to be legally transferred to civilians and are legal to own under the National Firearms Act of 1934The Function of the AR-15The AR-15 uses a direct impingement system to operate.

Options and Accessories for the Ar-15StockHand guardBayonet lugFlash hider, compensatorPistol gripRemovable magazineCarry handleOpticsSuppressorFlashlightLaserBarrel length (16 is shortest legal length unless an NFA gun designated as a SBR (short barreled rifle))Iron SightsGrenade/Flare launcher

Future of the AR-15In recent years, the civilian demand for the AR-15 has overpowered the supply. Manufacturers struggle to keep up with demand.The military maintains a strong need for the AR-15/M16/M4 platform although it is always seeking new weapons such as the FN SCAR and Bushmaster ACR.

My AR-15My AR-15 is a .556 caliber with a 16 inch barrel.Iron sightsBipodAdjustable stockFlash hiderThe cost to build this my self was around $500 and if you buy them complete you can get them for about $750- $1,800 depending on the size and caliber.From Start to Finish

Any Questions?Thank you for listening!Works Cited"Ammo." Wredlich. N.p., n.d. Web. 5 May 2013"AR15.Com - Your Firearm Resource. (AR-15, AR-10, M4 Carbine, M16, H&K, SIG, FNH, FAL, AK- 47 , 50 Cal, M1/M1A, Handgun, Pistol, Training, Hunting, and More!)." AR15.Com - Your Firearm Resource. (AR-15, AR-10, M4 Carbine, M16, H&K, SIG, FNH, FAL, AK-47, 50 Cal, M1/M1A, Handgun, Pistol, Training, Hunting, and More!). N.p., n.d. Web. 05 May 2013"AR-15." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, 05 May 2013. Web. 05 May 2013Colt. "Colt Rifles." Colt Rifles. Colt, n.d. Web. 05 May 2013"Colt Logo." Colt. N.p., n.d. Web. 5 May 2013Dailymail. N.p., n.d. Web. 5 May 2013Hayden, Will. "Red Jacket Firearms - Sons of Guns - Red Jacket Firearms." - Sons of Guns. Red Jacket Firearms, n.d. Web. 05 May 2013Wyatt, Rich. "Welcome To Gunsmoke Guns." Gunsmoke Guns. Rich Wyatt, n.d. Web. 05 May 2013Justin Dean- My mentor/Gun expert