Smith & Wesson M&P 15 5.56x45mm AR Rifle with 16" Barrel, Black - 12055
UPC: 022188873733 MPN: 12055 SKU: 39227746

Smith & Wesson M&p15 Sport Ii Ready Ca Compliant 223 Rem | 5.56 Nato Optic Ready Rifle (10-Round)

Quick Specs

Caliber 5.56x45mm
Capacity 10+1

Insight Snapshot

Palmetto State Armory lists this offer at $541.99.

  • Smith & Wesson M&P 15 5.56x45mm AR Rifle with 16" Barrel, Black - 12055 anchors the Rifle segment in the firearms catalog, giving shoppers a clear baseline before purchase.
  • Chambered in 5.56x45mm, it keeps ballistics predictable across practice and defensive loads without forcing you to rework your kit.
  • Factory materials note a semi-auto action, which influences recoil timing and maintenance cadence.
  • Standard capacity lands at 10+1-Round, so plan your range loadout around how often you expect to top off.

Shopping Tips

  • Line up your receiving FFL early and clarify their transfer fees so you are not surprised at pickup.

Ownership Checklist

  • Confirm the receiving FFL is ready for the transfer and understands the model you are purchasing.
  • Review Chagrin Falls, Ohio requirements on storage, transport, and waiting periods before the firearm arrives.
  • Source 5.56x45mm practice ammunition early; popular loads tighten in supply when prices drop.

Common Questions

What specs should I know before buying Smith & Wesson M&p15 Sport Ii Ready Ca Compliant 223 Rem | 5.56 Nato Optic Ready Rifle (10-Round)?

Key callouts include caliber: 5.56x45mm, action: Semi-Auto, capacity: 10+1-Round. Scroll up for the full specification table before you commit.

Smith & Wesson headlines the specification sheet for this platform. Factory literature categorizes it as a sporting rifle, which frames expectations for handling and use. Factory chambered in 5.56x45mm, built around a semi-auto action with a 10+1-Round round capacity to keep performance predictable from shot to shot. Dimensional notes call out a barrel length of 16'' / 16" in and overall length measuring 35" in, helping you plan cases and storage. Unloaded weight settles near 6.50 lbs, which influences recoil management and carry options. Twist rate is listed at 1-9, offering guidance on which projectile weights stabilize best. Furniture is trimmed in synthetic with a black finish, giving the rifle its classic profile. Metalwork wears a black / colored treatment, pairing durability with period-correct styling. Stock appointments include smooth furniture without checkering and a traditional butt plate. Overall dimensions ship at 3.30 X 11.60 X 40.40, so plan case and safe clearance accordingly. Magazine stays fixed to the rifle, so reload plans should account for gate or tube feeds. Without a hinged floorplate you will cycle rounds out manually when clearing the rifle.