ARTV: Ruger SR-762

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posted on March 17, 2016
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The "big brother" to the company's SR-556, Ruger's 7.62/.308 Win. chambered SR-762 has been well-received by the AR industry at large. Ruger released the rifle after customers demanded a .308 equivalent to the SR-556, and has reaped the benefits since. American Rifleman TV took a closer look at the SR-762 in a recent episode. You can check out the segment in the video embedded above.

• Action: Two-Stage Piston Gas Operated Semi-Auto
• Caliber: .308 Win./7.62 NATO
• Finish: Manganese Phosphate/Hard Coat Anodized
• Sights: Adjustable AR-Type Folding Iron Sights
• Barrel Length: 16.12”
• Overall Length: 34.75” to 38”
• Length of Pull: 11.5” to 14.75”
• Height: 8”
• Weight: 8.6 lbs.
• Twist: 1:10” RH
• Rifle Grooves: 6
• Accessories: Folding Adjustable Sights, Three 20-Round PMAGs, Three Removable Hand Guard Rails, Two Removable Short Accessory Picatinny Rails, Tactical Soft Case, Lock, Owner's Manual
• Suggested Retail Price: $2,195

For more information, go to Ruger.com.

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