Great Lakes GL15223SSB-PPK | GL-15 223 Wylde 16in HBAR

The Great Lakes GL15223SSB-PPK is a GL-15 AR-platform rifle chambered in .223 Wylde with a 16-inch heavy barrel and a Battleworn Prison Pink Cerakote finish over stainless components. It ships with a 15.25″ full-length Picatinny handguard, a mil-spec polymer grip, and a 30-round magazine. For an optic under $1,000 that pairs well with this platform consider a Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6×24 for fast target acquisition and versatility at common AR engagement ranges.

Product Specifications

• The UPC is 638457789560.
• The action is Semi-Automatic.
• The rifle ships with an ambidextrous safety listed as No in the source data.
• The barrel measures 16 inches and is described as a 1:8 twist Heavy Barrel (HBAR).
• The barrel material is listed as either 416R stainless steel or 4150 CRMOV with nitride per the provided data.
• The muzzle is threaded 1/2 x 28 and a muzzle brake is included designed to be tightened 6 degrees forward without Loctite.
• The caliber is .223 Wylde (capable of shooting both .223 Rem and 5.56 NATO per manufacturer notes).
• The feed ramps are specified as M4.
• The exterior finish is Cerakote in the Battleworn Prison Pink treatment.
• The upper and frame material are listed as 7075 aluminum for the upper and frame components.
• The gas system includes a 0.750 gas block (black oxide) with a carbine gas tube.
• The handguard is a 15.25 inch aluminum 6061 full Picatinny rail.
• The magazine capacity is listed as 30 rounds with 1 magazine included in the provided data.
• The trigger is described as milspec with a 5.5–6 lb pull.
• The overall length and weight are listed as 33.25 inches and 6.8 lbs, respectively.

This GL-15 configuration is well suited to range training and competition-style shooting where a stable, familiar AR platform and a predictable .223/5.56-capable chambering are desirable. The 16″ heavy-profile barrel and full-length top rail make it straightforward to mount optics, backup sights, and other accessories while retaining a balanced feel for sustained use.