Colt Sporter Match HBAR Semi-Auto R6601 .223 Rem/ 5.56 AR-15 Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,274.99
LSB#: WY250115RS002
Make: Colt
Model: Sporter HBAR
Serial Number: MH053105
Year of Manufacture: Pre-1994
Caliber: .223/5.56
Action Type: Direct Impingement Gas Operated Semi-Automatic
Barrel Length: 20”. 21” with fixed A2 Flash Hider.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a target aperture sight dovetailed to the front sight’s A-Frame. The rear sight is an adjustable L-type flip aperture integrated to the carry handle.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The pistol grip is an A2 style checkered polymer grip. The buttstock is an A2 style fixed stock with sling ring and checkered buttplate with trap door for storage compartment. The handguard is an A2 Rifle Length handguard with heat shields. The LOP measures 13.75” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttplate. Overall the furniture rates in Very Good condition. There are no chips or cracks. The checkering on the grip is crisp. The buttstock has some light scratches and drag lines.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 2x 20-round magazines..
Type of Finish: Black
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its finish. The balance of the finish shows light scratches on the receivers and some wear on the edges of the carry handle. There is very minor operation wear. Overall this rifle rates in Excellent condition for a PreBan Rifle. Please see photos for a better understanding of this rifle’s condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Original box and paperwork, 2x 20-round magazines and sling.
Our Assessment: The Colt Sporter Match HBAR (Heavy Barrel) Model 6601 is a civilian variant of the military M16 rifle, crafted to provide exceptional precision and performance. Made by Colt, one of the most trusted names in firearms, this semi-automatic rifle is chambered in the versatile .223 Remington/5.56 NATO and features a heavy barrel designed for improved heat dissipation and increased precision. With its direct impingement gas-operated system, the Sporter Match HBAR represents a blend of military reliability and civilian adaptability. The barrel length is 20 inches, giving the rifle a good balance between muzzle velocity and maneuverability. The longer sight radius also aids in target acquisition and precision shooting.
Steeped in military lineage but built with the civilian shooter in mind, the Colt Sporter Match HBAR 6601 has won the favor of both professional marksmen and recreational shooters alike. Its design has proven itself time and again as a reliable and accurate system. For anyone looking to own a rifle that offers military-grade ruggedness with the benefits of civilian adaptability, the 6601 stands as an enduring choice.
Please see the condition for yourself in our detailed high quality photos.
-It’s not about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning to shoot in the rain. – M.H.
