AM15

AM15 is a designation used by multiple firearm manufacturers for a family of semi-automatic rifles built around the AR-15 platform. The term does not denote a single model or a unique design; rather, it is a marketing label used on rifles that share core AR-15 features and compatibility with common accessories.

Design and features: AM15 rifles typically adopt the modular AR-15 layout with a detachable box magazine, a rotating-bolt gas-operated action, and a modular upper receiver. Common configurations include 16- or 18-inch barrels, flat-top receivers with Picatinny or M-LOK rails, carbine-length handguards, and adjustable buttstocks. Caliber options frequently include 5.56×45mm NATO and .223 Remington, with some variants offered in other calibers such as .300 Blackout or 6.5 Grendel. The rifles are designed for interchangeability of components such as triggers, sights, optics, and grips.

Usage and reception: AM15 rifles are widely marketed for sport shooting, home defense, and recreational hunting. They are generally sold as semi-automatic only in jurisdictions that restrict fully automatic firearms. The specifics of features, finishes, and included accessories vary by manufacturer and model.

Regulation: In the United States, federal law permits ownership of semi-automatic rifles with appropriate age and background checks when purchased from licensed dealers; state laws govern features like magazine capacity and certain configurations.

See also: AR-15, Armalite Rifle, M16 family.