The Steyr Arms AUG A3 M2 (brand part no. AUGM2BLKNATOEXT) is a bullpup rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO, built with a NATO-length extended rail on Steyr’s iconic AUG platform. The M2 designation marks a distinct configuration within the AUG A3 lineup from the M1, giving shooters another option on the same combat-proven bullpup architecture. Its bullpup layout keeps the 16-inch barrel while trimming overall length compared to a traditional-length rifle, making it fast to maneuver in tight spaces without giving up ballistic performance. This is a genuinely different rifle platform for shooters who want something distinct from the standard AR-15.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 5.56 NATO, one of the most widely available calibers.
• Built around a 16-inch barrel.
• Finished in black for a clean, tactical look.
• Fitted with a NATO-length extended rail for optic mounting.
• Configured as the M2 variant, distinct from Steyr’s M1 configuration in the same AUG A3 lineup.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the M1 and M2 AUG A3? The M2 is a distinct configuration within the AUG A3 lineup, offered alongside the M1 on the same bullpup platform.

What makes the AUG a bullpup? Its action sits behind the trigger group, letting the rifle keep a full 16-inch barrel in a shorter overall package than a traditional rifle.

What does the extended rail add? It gives shooters more forward, NATO-length optic-mounting real estate on this configuration.

Buy the Steyr Arms AUG A3 M2 Rifle

Order the Steyr Arms AUG A3 M2 in 5.56 NATO from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your local FFL. Steyr Arms builds the AUG as a combat-proven bullpup platform, a standout among our full semi-auto rifles selection.