The modern patrol rifle is valued for durability, modularity and proven performance. A well-maintained law enforcement trade-in can deliver military-grade features at civilian prices while offering long service life and parts commonality.

COLT AR-15A3

If you want to evaluate a police trade-in that balances service history with tactical capability, Shop this product and review the full listing. The COLT AR-15A3 offered here came from Colt Defense inventories and is presented with a Lifetime Guarantee and a factory-mounted SureFire M500 Weapon Light system.

Overview and Key Specifications

This COLT AR-15A3 is chambered in 5.56 NATO with a 16-inch heavy barrel and a 1:9 twist rate. The barrel is marked for 5.56 NATO while the receiver is stamped .223 Rem — a common pairing on service rifles. A birdcage flash hider and under-barrel bayonet lug remain in place, and the rifle uses a collapsible multi-position stock for length-of-pull adjustment.

Ergonomics and Controls

The upper assembly includes a picatinny rail ready for optics; the rifle lacks a rear sight, leaving room for a flip-up sight or red dot. Standard A2 front sight post, shell deflector, dust cover and forward assist are all present. The bore and rifling are reported very clean, and the finish is rated Very Good with expected handling marks typical of patrol use. Note: no magazine is included; the purchase includes the rifle, the SureFire system and a nylon sling. Serial number on this rifle is LBD014635.

SureFire M500 Weapon Light System

The highlighted accessory is the SureFire M500 system, a rail-replacing light with an inline flashlight on the right and low-output navigation LEDs on the left. Each light has its own pressure pad, plus a constant-on rocker and a rotary disable to prevent accidental activation. In this example the navigation light pressure pad works normally; the main flashlight operates via the on/off switch despite the flashlight pressure pad not functioning. The M500 remains a desirable solution for integrated weapon illumination.

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Value, Warranty and Practical Use

Priced at $949.99, this police trade-in brings service-grade parts and a Davidson’s Guaranteed Lifetime Replacement Warranty: if the gun fails, it will be replaced or repaired per the program terms. For shooters who want a durable semi-auto in 5.56 NATO with an integrated illumination package, this package is practical for training, range work and collection.

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