Steyr AUG A3 M1 | 5.56/.223 | 16in | 30rd | Mud

The Steyr AUG A3 M1 is a civilian-legal, semi-automatic bullpup rifle built around the AUG’s long-standing compact platform. It is chambered for .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO and features a 16″ hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel with an extended Picatinny rail for mounting optics. The short-stroke gas-piston system vents forward and is designed to run cleaner than direct impingement systems.

For an optic under $1,000 that pairs well with this 16″ AUG for general-range and competition use, consider the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6×24 for its versatile magnification range and durable construction.

Recommended applications: target and range training, and competitive shooting such as 3-Gun.

Product Specifications

• The rifle is chambered for .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO.
• The action is semi-automatic.
• The barrel measures 16 inches and is hammer-forged and chrome-lined.
• The rifle features an extended Picatinny rail for optics and accessories; long Picatinny rail.
• The overall length is 28 inches.
• The magazine capacity is 30 rounds and it includes one 30-round magazine.
• The magazine is detachable and uses Steyr AUG magazines (AR-15 magazines are not compatible).
• The stock is a fixed bullpup configuration with a Mud / Flat Dark Earth finish.
• The barrel finish is black and the metal color is black.
• The rifle uses a 1:9″ rate of twist.
• The muzzle is equipped with a muzzle brake.
• The safety is a two-position cross-bolt safety that locks the trigger.
• The stock material is synthetic and the grip material is listed as Mud Syn.
• The rifle is listed as a Modern Sporting Rifle (ATF Type).
• The UPC is 688218739464.

The AUG A3 M1 brings the compact handling of a bullpup together with a short-stroke gas-piston system and a long optic rail, making it a practical platform for shooters who prioritize maneuverability without sacrificing barrel length. Its included 30-round magazine and extended rail make it ready for optics-equipped range work or competition formats that benefit from a compact, well-balanced rifle.

Owners and reviewers commonly praise its compact bullpup layout and the cleaner-running short-stroke gas-piston operation as standout attributes.