The short answer

The Springfield Hellion Gen 1 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Bullpup Rifle 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 $1275. On the spec sheet, the Springfield Hellion Gen 1 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Bullpup Rifle carries more rounds (30 rounds vs 5 rounds) and the Springfield Hellion Gen 1 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Bullpup Rifle is lighter (8 oz vs 112 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Springfield Hellion Gen 1 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Bullpup Rifle 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 (Hellion 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 Springfield Hellion Gen 1 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Bullpup Rifle 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 $1275 for the Springfield Hellion Gen 1 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Bullpup Rifle. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Which holds more rounds, the Springfield Hellion Gen 1 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Bullpup Rifle or the Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel?

The Springfield Hellion Gen 1 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Bullpup Rifle has the higher magazine capacity at 30 rounds, versus 5 rounds for the Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Gen 1: Classic Semi-Auto .223/5.56 Rifle, 18.5" Barrel.