ATI (American Tactical Imports)

Make: ATI (American Tactical Imports) Model: AR15 MILSPORT (Featureless, NY Compliant) Caliber: 5.56 NATO (also compatible with .223 Remington) Type: Semi-Automatic Rifle Action: Gas-operated, direct impingement Finish: Black anodized finish Barrel Length: 16.1 inches Weight: Approx. 6.5 to 7 lbs (without accessories) Capacity: 10-round detachable magazine (NYS Compliant) Sights: Red/green dot optic installed (specific model not detailed), backup iron sights optional Safety Features: Manual safety lever, Thordson FRS-15 NY-compliant featureless stock (prevents pistol grip configuration, thus NY legal) Material: Aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receiver, polymer stock, and grip components Handguard: Free-float handguard, allows for better accuracy and cooling Bipod: UTG Bipod installed for added stability during shooting Unique Features: Thordson FRS-15 featureless stock for compliance with New York State regulations (no pistol grip) Red/Green dot optic for improved target acquisition Free-float handguard for better performance UTG Bipod for enhanced precision shooting and stability Recommended Use: Sport Shooting: Excellent for target shooting due to its accurate platform and optic. Self-Defense: Suitable for home defense, especially with low-recoil 5.56 NATO rounds. Hunting: Can be used for varmint hunting, though magazine capacity restrictions apply in some areas. Performance Characteristics: Known for reliability and accuracy, especially with a free-float handguard. The Thordson stock maintains comfortable shooting without violating New York’s assault weapon regulations. Legal Restrictions: New York State Compliant: The featureless configuration (Thordson stock, no muzzle device like a flash suppressor) allows it to be legally owned in New York with a Semi-Automatic Rifle license. NYS Semi-Automatic Rifle License: Required for all semi-automatic rifles like this in New York State. Historical and Cultural Context: The AR-15 platform has been widely adopted for both civilian use and in law enforcement/military sectors due to its versatility and modularity. The Thordson stock is specifically designed for jurisdictions with stringent gun laws like New York to maintain legal ownership while retaining some of the AR-15's tactical advantages. This setup ensures the rifle is fully compliant with current NY gun laws while still providing a practical and effective firearm for sport and defense purposes.