Remington R-15 VTR 24” .223 Remington Max-1 Camo AR15 Semi Automatic Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,010.00
LSB#: LSB250628BE015
Make: Remington
Model: R-15 VTR
Serial Number: RA032567
Year of Manufacture: 2008-2020
Caliber: .223 Remington, 1:9 Twist Rate
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Direct Impingement, fed by AR15 pattern magazines.
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “Remington / RA032567/ CAL. MULTI / MODEL R-15”, “REMINGTON ARMS / ILION. NY / USA”, “SAFE FIRE”. The right side of the magazine well is marked “R15 VTR”. The top of the barrel is marked “REM 1/9 223 REM”.
Barrel Length: 24” fluted triangular barrel, 1:9 Twist
Sights / Optics: There are no provisions for iron sights on this rifle. The upper receiver has a 6” picatinny rail for the mounting of optics.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set on this rifle includes a 12” knurled tube style handguard with two sling studs and drilled and tapped mounting points at 3 and 9 o’clock positions, and an A2 pistol grip and an A2 rifle stock with checkered buttplate, sling stud in the belly, and storage in the butt. The length of pull is 13 5/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The furniture on this rifle shows light wear, with a few minor dings in the finish on the top of the handguard. Overall, the furniture is in Very Good to Fine condition.
Magazine quantity and condition: 1x 30rd Brownells AR15 pattern magazine, in Excellent condition, still in its packaging.
Type of Finish: Advantage Max-1 Camo/Green
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light wear, with finish missing on the picatinny rail, and some minor scratches and dings on both sides of the upper and lower receiver. The markings are clear and legible. The pins are unmarred. Overall, this rifle rates in Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the safety. The aftermarket 2-stage trigger has a light, crisp, and clean break. We did not fire this rifle, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: The rifle comes with the one magazine as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: When Remington introduced the R-15 VTR in 2008, it marked one of the first major factory-produced AR-15 rifles marketed specifically to hunters. With its Advantage Max-1 camouflage finish, lightweight fluted barrel, and free-floating handguard, the R-15 was tailored for varmint and predator hunters who wanted the accuracy, modularity, and rapid follow-up capabilities of the AR platform without the “tactical” appearance.
This particular rifle is chambered in .223 Remington, a cartridge that needs little introduction. Since its introduction in the 1960s, the .223 has become a standard for both military service (as 5.56 NATO) and civilian hunting and target shooting. In the field, it offers excellent performance on varmints, coyotes, and similar-sized game, with mild recoil and flat trajectories that make it ideal for long days of shooting. The 24” fluted triangular barrel on this R-15 enhances accuracy and heat dissipation, while the 1:9 twist rate provides versatility, stabilizing a broad range of bullet weights from lightweight 40-grain varmint loads to heavier 69-grain projectiles.
Condition-wise, this rifle remains in Very Good shape, retaining about 90% of its original camo finish with only light wear and a few scratches from honest use. Mechanically, it is fitted with a crisp aftermarket two-stage trigger that enhances precision shooting—another desirable feature for hunters and varminters looking to make clean, ethical shots at range. Paired with its free-floating handguard and ready-to-mount optics rail, the R-15 offers both modern functionality and hunting-focused styling.
As a package, this rifle bridges the gap between tradition and innovation. It carries the proven reputation of the AR-15 platform while wearing the camo, ergonomics, and long, heavy barrel that hunters demand. Whether put back into the field after varmints or kept as an example of Remington’s short but interesting chapter in the AR market, this R-15 in .223 is a capable and collectible rifle alike. Please check out our high quality photos, and good luck on your bids! – J.D.
