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Shop our selection of AR rifles from trusted brands like Black Rain Ordnance, CMMG, Sig Sauer, Colt, and Daniel Defense. Armored Boar Gunworks offers high-performance, customizable AR rifles built for sport shooters, home defenders, varmint hunters, and tactical enthusiasts who want a versatile platform they can tailor to their needs. From entry-level builds to premium precision rifles, we stock a wide range of calibers, barrel lengths, and configurations to fit every shooter. Stock up on rifle ammunition and rifle magazines, then upgrade your build with rifle parts to dial in your setup. Round out your kit with semi auto rifles, AK rifles, bolt action rifles, lever action rifles, and scopes sights and optics from our full lineup.
Buy AR rifles at Armored Boar Gunworks and find the most modular and customizable rifle platform available for home defense, competitive shooting, Central Texas hog hunting, predator control, and range training. The AR’s broad caliber selection, extensive aftermarket support, and adaptable ergonomics make it the go-to modern sporting rifle for Texas shooters who want one platform that covers every application from the range to the ranch.
Build out your AR setup and complete your optics package at Armored Boar Gunworks:
Armored Boar Gunworks is the trusted firearms and ammunition dealer in Chilton, Texas, and serves customers in the nearby cities of Waco, Temple, Cameron, Hewitt, and the surrounding Central Texas area. All AR rifle purchases at Armored Boar Gunworks are conducted in full compliance with federal and Texas state law, including ATF Form 4473 and a NICS background check for every firearm sale. Texas follows all applicable federal regulations governing the purchase and transfer of firearms and related products.
Buyers must be at least 18 years of age to purchase a rifle from a licensed dealer under federal law and must meet all applicable state and federal eligibility requirements. Texas has no state-level assault weapons ban or magazine capacity restrictions beyond what is required under federal law, making the AR platform fully accessible to eligible residents. AR rifles configured as short-barreled rifles, with a barrel under 16 inches or an overall length under 26 inches with a stock attached, are regulated under the National Firearms Act and require ATF registration, a $200 tax stamp, and approval prior to transfer. Armored Boar Gunworks can assist customers through the NFA process for any regulated configurations.
Texas hunters using AR-platform rifles for deer, hog, or other game should consult the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for current regulations on legal calibers and configurations for their specific season and property. Feral hog hunting in Texas is legal year-round on private land with landowner permission, making AR-platform rifles one of the most popular tools for Central Texas ranchers and hunters managing hog populations. Contact Armored Boar Gunworks for help selecting, building, or upgrading your AR platform rifle or for guidance on NFA transfer procedures.
Armored Boar Gunworks carries a selection of AR-platform rifles spanning entry-level builds through quality configurations from well-regarded manufacturers across a range of calibers. Whether you are buying your first AR for home defense, a purpose-built hog hunting rifle, or a precision competition setup, stop in or check online to see current inventory and available configurations.
Yes. AR-platform rifles are legal to purchase, own, and use in Texas for eligible residents. Texas has no state-level assault weapons ban or magazine capacity restrictions beyond what is required under federal law. All purchases require a federal background check and completion of ATF Form 4473. Buyers must meet all applicable state and federal eligibility requirements to take possession of a firearm.
Yes. AR-platform rifles are legal for deer hunting in Texas for eligible residents on private land, subject to standard hunting regulations. The right caliber selection is important for ethical performance on deer-sized game, and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department regulations on legal methods and equipment should always be verified for your specific property and season before hunting. The staff at Armored Boar Gunworks can help you select an AR caliber appropriate for Texas whitetail hunting.
Yes. AR-platform rifles are among the most popular tools for feral hog hunting and control in Central Texas. Feral hog hunting is legal year-round on private land in Texas with landowner permission, and AR rifles offer the fast follow-up shots and magazine capacity that make them particularly effective for group hog control situations across the ranch and river bottom country surrounding Chilton, Waco, and Temple. Suppressed AR builds are also popular for after-dark hog operations on Texas ranches.
The best optic for an AR depends on your intended use. A red dot sight is the top choice for home defense and close to mid-range applications, offering fast target acquisition with both eyes open. A low-power variable optic bridges the gap between close-range speed and longer-range precision, making it popular for Texas hog hunting and competition. Higher magnification scopes suit AR builds used for precision shooting or deer hunting at extended distances across open Central Texas ranch country. Armored Boar Gunworks carries riflescopes, red dot sights, and a full range of optics and mounting hardware to complete your AR build.
5.56 NATO and .223 Remington are nearly identical in external dimensions but differ in chamber specifications and operating pressure. A rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO can safely fire both 5.56 NATO and .223 Remington ammunition. A rifle chambered strictly in .223 Remington should only fire .223 Remington, as 5.56 NATO operates at higher pressures that can exceed safe limits in a .223 chamber. Most AR rifles are chambered in 5.56 NATO or .223 Wylde, which safely accepts both cartridges.
A standard AR rifle with a barrel of 16 inches or more and an overall length of 26 inches or more does not require a tax stamp. If an AR is configured as a short-barreled rifle, with a barrel under 16 inches or an overall length under 26 inches with a stock attached, it is regulated under the National Firearms Act and requires ATF registration, a $200 tax stamp, and approval before transfer. Armored Boar Gunworks can walk you through the NFA process for any regulated AR configurations you are considering.
Armored Boar Gunworks carries a range of AR accessories and optics to complement your rifle purchase, including riflescopes, red dot sights, binoculars, rangefinders, night vision optics, and mounting hardware. Whether you are building a home defense AR, a precision hunting platform, or a suppressed hog control setup, our optics and accessories selection covers the most popular AR configurations in use across Central Texas. Stop in or check online for current inventory.
