The short answer

The Colt M4 CR6920 Gen 1 Semi-Auto 5.56 NATO Rifle - Tactical Black and the Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel are both semi-automatic rifles. 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 $1030. On the spec sheet, the Colt M4 CR6920 Gen 1 Semi-Auto 5.56 NATO Rifle - Tactical Black carries more rounds (30 rounds vs 5 rounds) and the Colt M4 CR6920 Gen 1 Semi-Auto 5.56 NATO Rifle - Tactical Black is lighter (95.2 oz vs 112 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Colt M4 CR6920 Gen 1 Semi-Auto 5.56 NATO Rifle - Tactical Black 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 (M4 Carbine vs Mini-14), capacity (30 rounds vs 5 rounds), magazines included (1 vs 0) and barrel length (16" vs 18.5").

Which is cheaper, the Colt M4 CR6920 Gen 1 Semi-Auto 5.56 NATO Rifle - Tactical Black 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 $1030 for the Colt M4 CR6920 Gen 1 Semi-Auto 5.56 NATO Rifle - Tactical Black. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Which holds more rounds, the Colt M4 CR6920 Gen 1 Semi-Auto 5.56 NATO Rifle - Tactical Black or the Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel?