Great Lakes Firearms AR-15 .223 Wylde Rifle

The Great Lakes AR-15 represents a solid foundation for the shooter seeking a versatile modern rifle. Built on proven direct impingement principles, this rifle chambers the .223 Wylde cartridge—a chamber that safely and reliably fires both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition.

Key Features

  • Barrel: 16-inch heavy profile, 4150 Chrome-Moly Vanadium steel with nitride finish and 1:8 twist rate
  • Receiver: 7075 aluminum with white Cerakote finish
  • Handguard: 15.25-inch M-LOK aluminum with full Picatinny rail for accessory mounting
  • Gas System: Carbine-length with 0.750-inch gas block (black oxide)
  • Trigger: Mil-spec single-stage with 5.5 to 6-pound pull
  • Grip: Mil-spec polymer
  • Magazine: Includes one 30-round magazine
  • Muzzle Device: Included muzzle brake with 1/2 x 28 threads
  • Overall Length: 33.25 inches
  • Weight: 6.8 pounds

Why This Rifle Works

The .223 Wylde chamber offers shooters flexibility without compromise. The heavy barrel provides improved accuracy and sustained fire capability. The M-LOK handguard gives you modern mounting options for lights, lasers, or other tactical accessories. At 6.8 pounds, this rifle balances control with maneuverability.

Whether you're shooting for sport, training, or home defense, the Great Lakes AR-15 delivers the reliability and accuracy you expect from a quality platform.

Attributes

Action: Semi-Automatic
Barrel Description: Threaded
Barrel Length: 16"
Caliber: .223 Wylde
Capacity: 30+1
Hand: Right Hand
Muzzle: Muzzle Brake
Overall Length: 33.25"
Receiver Material: Aluminum
Safety: Selector Switch
Sights: None
Stock Description: Adjustable
Stock Finish Group: Black
Trigger: Mil-Spec
Twist Rate: 1:8
Weight: 6.8 lbs