Great Lakes GL15223B-CHY | .223 Wylde | 16 inch | 30rd

The Great Lakes GL15223B-CHY is a semi-automatic AR-style rifle chambered in .223 Wylde, built with a 16-inch heavy barrel and a battleworn Black Cherry Cerakote finish. It ships with a 15.25-inch full-length Picatinny handguard, a 30-round magazine, and a muzzle device threaded 1/2×28. The rifle’s configuration suits range work and precision varmint or small-game shooting.

For an optic under $1,000 that pairs well with this platform, consider a low-power variable such as the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6×24 for fast target acquisition at short to intermediate distances. Applications: target/practice shooting and varmint or small-game field use.

Product Specifications

• The action is Semi-Automatic.
• The caliber is .223 Wylde, compatible with .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO.
• The barrel is a 16-inch heavy barrel with a 1:8 twist and 1/2×28 threading.
• The finish is Battleworn Black Cherry Cerakote.
• The receiver and upper are made from 7075 aluminum.
• The handguard is a 15.25-inch 6061 aluminum full Picatinny rail.
• The gas system uses a carbine setup with a 0.750 gas block (black oxide) and carbine gas tube.
• The trigger is Mil-spec with a 5.5–6 lb pull.
• The muzzle device included is a muzzle brake designed to be tightened 6 degrees forward without Loctite.
• Magazine capacity is 30 rounds and one magazine is included.
• Sights: None (no iron sights are included).
• The overall length is 33.25 inches.
• The listed weight is 6.8 lbs.
• The UPC is 638457789454.

This GL15223B-CHY combines familiar AR ergonomics with a heavy 16-inch barrel and a distinctive Cerakote finish for owners who want a capable range rifle with refined styling. The full-length Picatinny handguard supports a wide range of accessories and mounting options while the mil-spec trigger and carbine gas system keep operation straightforward and serviceable. Whether preparing for extended range sessions or tailoring the rifle for precision small-game work, this model offers a solid baseline for customization.