What would be the best Maryland compliant rifle I can buy for under $3000?

[Tool]

Ideally, I want something that is
(a) at the caliber of 556/223, and
(b) as small as possible.
(c) under a budget of $3000, the less the better.

Many thanks.

 

[BurtonRW]

“Best” is highly subjective, but it would be a lot easier to offer suggestions if you’d share the rifle’s intended purpose.

-Rob

 

[DavidA]

Yes, philosophy of use and preferences of types of rifles , bolts , gas, etc.


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[DavidA]

Yes, philosophy of use and preferences of types of rifles , bolts , gas, etc.


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[sleev-les]

When you say compliant I assume you mean AR15 since I can't think of a non compliant bolt gun. There are plenty, but a few would be:

LWRC
Daniel Defense
BCM

 

[ken792]

KAC SR-15 or it’s upper to put on any lower if you can find one in stock and not well over MSRP.

 

[J_Gunslinger]

LWRC is MD based and make great rifles! You said “small as possible” are you looking for a SBR?

There is also the option of building a MD compliant rifle. SLR gunworks makes top tier billet upper and lowers (as well as complete rifles). They are super clean, built to spec, and will cerakote whatever color before shipping.

Just received this lower the other day.

 

[Tool]

When you say compliant I assume you mean AR15 since I can't think of a non compliant bolt gun. There are plenty, but a few would be:

LWRC
Daniel Defense
BCM

Many thanks. The DDM4 PDW, with a lengh of only 25 inches, seems to be a perfect choice.

I'm buying my first and only rifle for home defense.

 

[outrider58]

Many thanks. The DDM4 PDW, with a lengh of only 25 inches, seems to be a perfect choice.

I'm buying my first and only rifle for home defense.

OK, you know that is an AR pistol right and the caliber is 300 Blackout, not 5.56?

It is a pistol because instead of having a hard stock, it has a rubber "brace". If you wanted a rifle with a barrel shorter than 16", you would have to build or buy an SBR(short barreled rifle). In doing so, you would be required to register it with the ATF and pay a $200 NFA tax and it would have to have an overall length over 29".

Here are similar AR pistols by DD in 5.56 caliber:

DDM4®V7®P

The DDM4 V7P AR15 style pistol pairs a 10.3 inch barrel and the MFR 9.0 M-LOK rail for fast handling, accuracy, and reliability while also providing compatibility with a wide variety of muzzle devices and sound suppressors. The V7P is classified as a pistol, not a short-barreled rifle, so it...

danieldefense.com

MK18 Pistol

The MK18 AR15 style Pistol is inspired by the original MK18, which has been extremely popular within the Law Enforcement and Special Operations communities. This firearm is classified as a Pistol and not a Short Barreled Rifle (NFA regulated items require ATF approval and a tax stamp). The MK18...

danieldefense.com

 

[Bafflingbs]

Many thanks. The DDM4 PDW, with a lengh of only 25 inches, seems to be a perfect choice.

I'm buying my first and only rifle for home defense.

If you’re going to register it as an SBR, in Maryland, the overall length has to be at least 29” or more. Don’t shoot the messenger

 

[outrider58]

For short barreled rifles, look on these two pages(remember, you will need to add $200 NFA tax to these SBRs)

Daniel Defense AR15 Semi Automatic Rifles | Daniel Defense

Shop a full selection of AR15-style semi-automatic firearms backed by the best gun warranty in the industry.

danieldefense.com

 

[outrider58]

If you’re going to register it as an SBR, in Maryland, the overall length has to be at least 29” or more. Don’t shoot the messenger

Thanks for the reminder. I added the OAL to my first post(just waking up ).

 

[Bafflingbs]

Thanks for the reminder. I added the OAL to my first post(just waking up ).

You’re the one who schooled me! I was just showing that I was paying attention in class

 

[BurkeM]

Colt SOCOM 6920.

Many options, lots of FFL'S have some in stock.

Example-

https://www.sportsmans.com/shooting-gear-gun-supplies/modern-sporting-rifles/colt-socom-carbine-ar15-556mm-nato223-remington-161in-black-semi-auto-modern-sporting-rifle-301-rounds/p/1314998

Colt Mfg CR6920-EPR Enhanced Patrol Rifle 5.56x45mm NATO 16.10" Barrel, 30+1 Round, Black Collapsible Stock Black Polymer Grip Right Hand

Colt Mfg CR6920-EPR Enhanced Patrol Rifle 5.56x45mm NATO 16.10" Barrel, 30+1 Round, Black Collapsible Stock Black Polymer Grip Right Hand

www.jlowesguns.com

**JLowe's Guns**
**1573 Theodore Rd**
**Rising Sun, MD, 21911**
**410-914-8093**

 

[Cal68]

I know that Dan at Maryland Elite Firearms has a number of rifles that would meet your needs. He is a preferred IP on this site. You might want to give him a call and then pay his store a visit if he has anything that interests you.

Cal68

 

[Tool]

If you’re going to register it as an SBR, in Maryland, the overall length has to be at least 29” or more. Don’t shoot the messenger

Where is the source of this information? For example, the DDM4 PDW is on the Maryland Handgun Roster, and it is legal to purchase in Maryland, even though it is less than 29 inches. To take possession, I would have to register it as an SBR and pay the stamp tax.

What you said seems to be contradictory to this.

 

[4g64loser]

Where is the source of this information? For example, the DDM4 PDW is on the Maryland Handgun Roster, and it is legal to purchase in Maryland, even though it is less than 29 inches. To take possession, I would have to register it as an SBR and pay the stamp tax.

What you said seems to be contradictory to this.

If you buy a handgun (think braced pistol) it is a handgun. If you decide you want to put a real stock on it, you need to be at or over 29in.

Source would be FSA2013.

 

[Worsley]

I know that Dan at Maryland Elite Firearms has a number of rifles that would meet your needs. He is a preferred IP on this site. You might want to give him a call and then pay his store a visit if he has anything that interests you.

Cal68

100% agree with going to see Dan at Maryland Elite Firearms.

 

[sundaeman]

Where is the source of this information? For example, the DDM4 PDW is on the Maryland Handgun Roster, and it is legal to purchase in Maryland, even though it is less than 29 inches. To take possession, I would have to register it as an SBR and pay the stamp tax.

What you said seems to be contradictory to this.

You implied you wanted a rifle initially since you posted under rifles. A DDM4 PDW as listed on the handgun roster is legally a pistol, not a rifle/SBR. It does not have a "stock", instead a brace. If you put a rifle stock on the DDM4 PDW, it would then legally be considered a SBR and would not make the Maryland 29" length for a rifle (stock extended) without a new barrel/upper. Under MSP interpretation, a SBR is a pistol and a rifle as restrictions go (usually). Plenty of references here on MDS and welcome to Maryland.

 

[Slowhand]

Where is the source of this information? For example, the DDM4 PDW is on the Maryland Handgun Roster, and it is legal to purchase in Maryland, even though it is less than 29 inches. To take possession, I would have to register it as an SBR and pay the stamp tax.

What you said seems to be contradictory to this.