The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Carbine or rifle length AR15, which do you like?

R1145 · November 12, 2012, 05:25 PM

For "minute-of-comrade" shooting out to 300m while running an optic, I think an M-4 type is fine. If you intend to use it for target or varmint hunting, probably a full length version is where it's at.

Generally, though, I don't think you miss what you give up for the handiness of carbine length.

Personally, I'm an old -A1 guy...Happy Veteran's Day!

November 12, 2012, 05:25 PM	#24
R1145 Senior Member Join Date: July 26, 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 337	It depends on what you're using it for For "minute-of-comrade" shooting out to 300m while running an optic, I think an M-4 type is fine. If you intend to use it for target or varmint hunting, probably a full length version is where it's at. Generally, though, I don't think you miss what you give up for the handiness of carbine length. Personally, I'm an old -A1 guy...Happy Veteran's Day!