Firearms

Colt AR-15 SP1 .223 Rem 20-inch

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Original civilian AR-15, direct derivation of the military M16 before A2 improvements. Triangular handguard, birdcage flash hider.

Type: Rifle

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: .223 Rem

Capacity: 20

Year introduced: 1963, USA

Weight: 6.35 oz

Overall length: 38.5"

Status: Discontinued

Intended use: Sport, Collecting, Historical