The short answer

The Colt AR15A4 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifle - Precision Black, 30-Round Mag and the Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel are both chambered in 5.56 NATO. The Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel is the more affordable option, starting at $899.99 versus $1129.99. On the spec sheet, the Colt AR15A4 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifle - Precision Black, 30-Round Mag carries more rounds (30 rounds vs 5 rounds) and the Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel is lighter (112 oz vs 123.2 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Colt AR15A4 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifle - Precision Black, 30-Round Mag and the Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel?

Both are chambered in 5.56 NATO. They differ mainly in model (AR15A4 vs Mini-14), capacity (30 rounds vs 5 rounds), magazines included (1 vs 0) and barrel length (20" vs 18.5").

Which is cheaper, the Colt AR15A4 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifle - Precision Black, 30-Round Mag or the Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel?

The Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $899.99 compared with $1129.99 for the Colt AR15A4 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifle - Precision Black, 30-Round Mag. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Which holds more rounds, the Colt AR15A4 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifle - Precision Black, 30-Round Mag or the Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel?