The Great Lakes GL15 AR-15 .223 Wylde in Blue Titanium Cerakote is a Michigan-built semi-automatic rifle from Great Lakes Firearms and Ammunition (brand part no. GL15223SS BLU). It carries a 16-inch heavy barrel with a 1:8 twist, threaded 1/2×28 and fitted with an included muzzle brake. The chambering is .223 Wylde, so it shoots both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition. A full-length Picatinny handguard and a 30-round magazine come standard. It is a capable range, training and varmint rifle for shooters who want a Cerakote finish that stands apart from the usual black rifle.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .223 Wylde, which shoots both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition.
• The barrel is 16 inches long with a heavy (HBAR) profile, a stable choice for accurate groups.
• The rifling twist is 1:8, a fast rate that suits a wide range of bullet weights.
• The barrel is threaded 1/2×28, the standard pitch for AR-15 muzzle devices.
• A muzzle brake is included, set 6 degrees forward and wrench tightened without Loctite, to reduce recoil and muzzle rise.
• Magazine capacity is 30 rounds, with one magazine included.
• The upper and lower receivers are 7075 aluminum with a Cerakote finish, strong and light for a rifle this size.
• The handguard is a 15.25-inch aluminum 6061 rail with a full Picatinny top, giving room for optics, lights and accessories.
• The gas system uses a 0.750 gas block and a carbine gas tube, a proven setup for reliable cycling.
• The trigger is a mil-spec unit with a 5.5 to 6 pound pull, a familiar, dependable break.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I shoot 5.56 NATO ammunition in this rifle? Yes. The chambering is .223 Wylde, which Great Lakes states shoots both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO.

Does the rifle include a muzzle brake? Yes. A muzzle brake is included on the 1/2×28 threaded barrel.

Does it come with sights? No. The rifle ships without sights, so you add the optic or backup irons you prefer to the full Picatinny rail.

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