Reports According to the US, the ‘AR-15-style’ is a lightweight semi-automatic rifle. It is similar to the Colt AR-15. It falls under the category of ‘modern sporting rifle’, which is mostly used for competition and hunting purposes.
NDTV quoted the Firearms Industry Trade Association as saying that the AR in AR-15 stands for ArmaLite. This is the company that made the rifle in the 1950s. The association has said that people often mistake AR-15 rifles for ‘assault weapons’ or ‘assault rifles’.
According to the report, these rifles are known for their accuracy. They are especially good for shooters and hunters and can be used in all weather conditions. Its semi-automatic version was made for the US Army.
This rifle is considered extremely dangerous because the speed of the bullet coming out of it is lethal. According to the Washington Post, the amount of propellant present in its cartridge can send the bullet at a very high speed and it can cross 6 football grounds in one second.
If the bullet fired from this gun hits any important body part, it can kill the person instantly. A magazine with higher capacity can be added to this gun. This means that people can make changes in the gun according to their choice.