The SureFire 5.56mm Bore Alignment Rod (SureFire part no. SF-ROD-556, .223 caliber) is a precision-machined tool for verifying suppressor alignment. SureFire recommends checking barrel-to-adapter-to-suppressor alignment on any new build or any setup that has not been fired before. The rod most closely represents the bullet flight path, so it shows any misalignment before a round is chambered. It is made of heat-treated stainless steel in the USA, and SureFire offers matching rods in other calibers.

Key Specifications

• This rod is sized for .223 caliber (5.56mm) bores, matching the most common AR-15 setup.
• It is precision machined so it shows any deviation in alignment.
• Construction is heat-treated stainless steel, strong enough to be handled repeatedly.
• The rod is inserted through the mounted suppressor of an unloaded weapon.
• A correctly aligned setup shows equal space between the suppressor bore and the centered rod.
• It is meant for validating a setup before the first round is fired on a new platform.
• The rod is made in the USA by SureFire.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use the bore alignment rod? Insert the rod through the mounted suppressor of an unloaded weapon. You should see equal space between the bore of the suppressor and the centered rod.

When should I check alignment? SureFire recommends verifying barrel-to-adapter-to-suppressor alignment on any new build or any previously unshot setup.

Which caliber is this rod for? This one is the .223 caliber (5.56mm) rod. SureFire also makes rods for 6mm, 6.5mm, 6.8mm, 7.62mm, 9mm and .338 caliber setups.

Buy the SureFire Bore Alignment Rod, 5.56mm

Checking alignment takes a minute with the right rod and can save a lot of trouble on a new build. Order the 5.56mm rod from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping, and browse more gunsmithing tools for your range kit.