Ruger Introduces SR-556 Takedown

by
posted on July 2, 2015
** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. **
rugertakedown3.jpg
If you like the idea of a Takedown rifle, take a look at the just-announced Ruger Takedown SR-556. Like the Ruger 10/22 Takedown, the beauty is in its ease of use. To remove the barrel from the upper receiver, simply move the slider bar toward the breech, rotate the barrel and pull it free—no tools required. Installation is just as simple: Slide the barrel into the upper and twist until it locks. The takedown mechanism provides a repeatable point of impact and employs a patent-pending, chrome-plated, two-stage piston driven operating system for a cleaner, cooler running firearm.

undefined

"We are excited to bring the portability and ease of storage that we introduced with the 10/22 Takedown to a modern sporting rifle" said Ruger CEO Mike Fifer. "The SR-556 Takedown has all the reliability of the original two-stage piston SR-556 and adds new and innovative features for MSR shooters."

The removable 16.1", chrome-lined, cold hammer-forged Mil-Spec 41V45 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrel is chambered in 5.56 NATO. A factory-set headspace requires no adjustment. The barrel assembly includes an elevation- and windage-adjustable flip-up front sight so that the zero stays with the barrel. The SR-556 Takedown also sports the shorter Ruger flash hider on the ½"-28 threaded muzzle. Those who prefer a larger cartridge can purchase a replaceable barrel kit chambered in 300 AAC Blackout (go to ShopRuger.com). The cold hammer-forged 300 AAC Blackout barrel is 16.1" long, has a 1:7" twist, and is capped by a 5/8"-24 threaded muzzle fitted with a Ruger flash hider. This range-ready barrel's headspace is set at the factory and comes complete with a metal flip-up elevation & windage adjustable front sight and two, 30-round metal magazines marked with "300 AAC BLACKOUT" to ensure easy differentiation. undefined

The SR-556 Takedown maintains the best-of-class elements of the SR-556 and comes standard with a host of accessories: quad rail hand guard; slider bar for removing the barrel; upper receiver dust cover, forward assist, and metal flip-up windage adjustable rear sight; haricot anodized aluminum parts. The Ruger Elite 452 two-stage trigger is installed in the standard mil-spec pattern lower receiver. At 7 lbs. 10 ozs., the SR-556 Takedown handles easily with Magpul's MOE grip and MOE SL stock on a mil-spec buffer tube.

Three, 30-round Magpul PMAG magazines and three full-length rail covers ship with the SR-556 Takedown in a ballistic nylon case.

Specifications:
Stock: Black Synthetic, Collapsible
Finish: Manganese Phosphate/Hardcoat Anodized
Sights: Folding Iron Sights
Height: 7.75"
Barrel Length: 16.1"
Overall Length: 32.75" - 36"
Width: 2.5"
Weight: 7.6 lbs.
Twist: 1:9" RH
Grooves: 6
Length of Pull: 11.1" - 14.4"
Capacity: 30
MSRP: $2049

For more, visit Ruger.com.

Latest

1720 Cap And Ball Revolver
1720 Cap And Ball Revolver

Caring For & Feeding Your Cap-and-Ball Revolvers

Compared to pistoleros of the 19th century, today’s handgunners have it easy. It's not enough just to get an old-school, cap-and-ball revolver. You also need to acquire everything to shoot and clean it.

Lighter & Better: Savage’s Updated Ultralite Series of Rifles

Savage Arms kicked off 2026 by announcing a new generation of Model 110 bolt-action rifles, and now, the company has also introduced an updated series of Ultralite rifles.

Gun of the Week: Franchi Momentum Elite MULE

One of the latest entrants into the general-utility rifle market is Franchi with its Momentum Utility Lite Elite bolt-action rifle, also known as the MULE.

The Armed Citizen® Sept. 11, 2026

Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.

Have .22 LR Handguns Finally Become Viable Options for Self-Defense?

Although .22 LR pistols and revolvers are plentiful and affordable, they still have notable limitations when it comes to self-defense applications. 

Aero Precision Returns with New Owners

An investment group comprised of family members passionate about firearms and the outdoor sports has purchased Aero Precision, Ballistic Advantage, Stag Arms and VG6.

Interests



Get the best of American Rifleman delivered to your inbox.