Description

Springfield Saint 5.56mm Free Float Handguard Semi-Auto Rifle With Burris Scope and Mount

If you are looking for a factory-assembled AR-15 platform that arrives ready to reach out and touch a target, the Springfield Saint 5.56mm Free Float Handguard Semi-Auto Rifle with Burris Scope and Mount is a build that saves you the headache of piecing parts together. Springfield Armory has done the heavy lifting here, pairing their proven Saint receiver set with a free float handguard for improved accuracy and a Burris scope package that actually holds zero. This is not a budget bin special; it is a functional, no-nonsense rifle that bridges the gap between a range toy and a working carbine.

Overview

Springfield Armory designed the Saint line to be an out-of-the-box solution for shooters who demand reliability without aftermarket guesswork. This specific variant ships with a 16-inch chrome-moly vanadium barrel, a free float M-Lok handguard, and a factory-mounted Burris Fullfield IV 3-9x40mm scope paired with a Burris P.E.P.R. mount. The springfield saint 5.56mm free float handguard semi-auto rifle with burris scope and mount is chambered in 5.56 NATO, meaning it accepts both 5.56 and .223 Remington ammunition without issue. The gas system is a mid-length configuration, which provides a softer recoil impulse and improved reliability over carbine-length systems, especially when running suppressed or with a variety of ammunition types.

Features and Specs

The rifle is built around a forged 7075 T6 aluminum upper and lower receiver, with a hardcoat anodized finish that resists wear. The free float handguard is a 15-inch M-Lok design, giving you plenty of real estate for lights, grips, or bipods without contacting the barrel. The barrel itself is 1:8 twist, which stabilizes everything from 55-grain plinking rounds to 77-grain match loads. The trigger is a nickel-boron coated single-stage unit from Springfield, breaking cleanly at approximately 5.5 to 6 pounds. The Burris scope provides a solid 3-9x magnification range, adequate for both close-range work and reaching out to 400 or 500 yards, and the P.E.P.R. mount locks it down securely to the Picatinny rail.

• 16-inch chrome-moly vanadium steel barrel with 1:8 twist rate, melonite finish for corrosion resistance
• Free float 15-inch M-Lok handguard with full-length Picatinny top rail
• Burris Fullfield IV 3-9x40mm scope with ballistic plex reticle, pre-mounted in Burris P.E.P.R. mount
• Mid-length gas system with low-profile gas block for reliability and reduced recoil
• Mil-spec buffer tube with carbine buffer and H2 weight for consistent cycling

This is a complete package. You are not buying a stripped lower and hoping the scope rings line up. The springfield saint 5.56mm free float handguard semi-auto rifle with burris scope and mount arrives ready to sight in and run. The furniture includes a B5 Systems buttstock with a positive cheek weld and a Magpul MOE pistol grip, giving you a solid interface right out of the box.

Who It Is For

This rifle fits the shooter who wants one carbine that can pull double duty. If you are a weekend competitor looking for a reliable platform for three-gun or local rifle matches, the free float handguard and decent glass will serve you well. If you are a hunter who needs a coyote or hog gun that can handle the brush and still drop a 200-yard shot, this combination is effective. It also suits the first-time AR buyer who wants to avoid the complexity of assembling a rifle and troubleshooting gas system issues. Experienced shooters will appreciate that Springfield used quality components: the barrel is not a budget pencil profile, and the Burris scope is a known performer, not a cheap throw-in optic that fogs up on a humid morning.

• Practical for home defense or vehicle-based use due to the 16-inch barrel and mid-length gas system
• Suitable for target shooters who want a pre-matched scope and rifle combination without extra cost
• Works well for varmint hunting with the 1:8 twist handling heavier bullets effectively

Shipping and FFL

This item is classified as a firearm and must be shipped to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state. After placing your order, please provide the contact information for your chosen FFL dealer. We will verify their license on file before shipment. You are responsible for knowing and complying with all local, state, and federal laws regarding the purchase and possession of this rifle. The springfield saint 5.56mm free float handguard semi-auto rifle with burris scope and mount will be shipped in a locked hard case with the bolt removed for transport safety. Do not attempt to have this shipped to a residential address; a valid FFL transfer is required for delivery.

• Shipment will be made to your chosen FFL dealer only after license verification
• All applicable federal, state, and local laws must be followed by the purchaser
• You must be at least 18 years of age for long gun purchase; some states may require age 21