Probably the best best and fairest comparison/classification of ARs is the old M4 Compatibility Chart. It really delivered the goods but unfortunately 90% of AR owners didn't understand it or dismissed it without looking at it. A shame since it's a Cliff's Notes to understanding what makes up a hard use carbine.
No doubt an industry alliance, even if done well, would be treated much the same by the buying public. In fact the new version of the chart hasn't been supported well by manufacturers since it would point out corners cut by many of them to buyers.
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