Arsenal SAM5 SAM567PM | 5.56 NATO | 16.3″ | Plum

The Arsenal SAM5 (SAM567PM) is a milled-receiver AK-style modern sporting rifle chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO/.223 Rem. It pairs a chrome-lined, hammer-forged barrel with Arsenal’s hot-die hammer-forged receiver process and fixed plum synthetic furniture for a blend of traditional AK ergonomics and robust manufacturing. For an optic under $1,000 that complements the SAM5 for both short- and medium-range work, consider a Vortex Viper PST Gen II 1-6×24 for clear glass and a versatile field of view.

Common real-world applications include precision-focused range work and varmint or small-game field use where the 5.56 platform’s flat trajectory and the SAM5’s durable construction are assets. The rifle ships with one 30-round plum magazine and a cleaning kit to support immediate range use.

Product Specifications

• The UPC is 810054132400.
• The caliber is listed as .223 Rem / 5.56x45mm NATO.
• The barrel measures 16.3 inches and is described as chrome-lined and hammer forged.
• The receiver is a milled, hot-die hammer forged design.
• The muzzle has 14x1mm left-hand threads and ships with an AK-351 muzzle brake.
• The fire control is the FIME Enhanced Fire Control Group.
• The magazine capacity is 30 rounds and the rifle includes one Plum 30-round magazine.
• The stock is a fixed plum synthetic intermediate-length buttstock with a trapdoor cleaning kit compartment.
• The furniture material is polymer with a plum finish on stock and magazine.
• The rifle includes an AK scope rail installed on the receiver.
• The action is semi-automatic.
• The overall length is listed as 36.5 inches.
• The rifling twist rate is 1:7.
• Sights are present on the rifle; it also accepts optics via the installed scope rail (yes).
• Accessories included are one magazine, cleaning kit, oil bottle, and sling.

This SAM5 configuration emphasizes durable, long-lived components — chrome-lined bore and chamber, a milled receiver and a reinforced polymer furniture set in plum. The combination of a 1:7 twist rate and 5.56 chambering supports stabilization of heavier projectiles commonly used for precision-oriented shooting at extended ranges. If you value a traditionally built AK with modern manufacturing methods and distinctive plum furniture, this SAM5 presents a strong, well-documented option for range-focused and field use.

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