Anderson Manufacturing has added to its AM-15 lineup with a four-rifle Precision series chambered in 5.56. These lightweight, fully customizable precision rifles are built for competition shooters of all walks with an MSRP under $1000.

The Anderson AM-15 Precision Series consists of four rifles: The Competitor, The Marksman, The Sharpshooter and The Varminter, all chambered in 5.56, come equipped with a Schmid Tool two-stage trigger and Magpul PRS (Precision Rifle Series) Lite stock.
The Schmid Tool two-stage trigger has a four-and-a-half-pound pull, allowing for a crisp trigger squeeze and quick reset.
The Magpul PRS Lite stock allows for shooter versatility with ambidextrous and quick-detach sling mounts in front and rear of stock, comb height and length of pull are fully adjustable and shooter can adjust the low-profile rubber butt-pad for height and cant. It’s lightweight, weighing in at 18.2 ounces.
The Competitor

Geared toward competition, it’s equipped with Anderson’s Stallion muzzle brake to reduce recoil, ambidextrous safety switch and an adjustable Anderson gas block.
Lightweight – This rifle runs a low-mass Anderson bolt carrier group and its 18’’ tapered profile barrel is sheathed by Anderson’s T6 aluminum 15’’ MLOK handguard.
Comfortable – Equipped with Hogue’s OverMolded Rubber Beavertail Grip with Finger Grooves.
Features
- 18″ Barrel
- 15″ MLOK Handguard
- ADJ Gas Block
- Low Mass Carrier
- Stallion Muzzle Break
- PRS Lite Stock
- AMBI Selector
- Hogue Grip
- Schmid Tool Two-Stage Trigger
- 30-Round Standard Magazine
The Marksman

Versatile – Based on Special Purpose Rifle (SPR) concept, the 18’’ tapered profile barrel allows the shooter increased range on point targets.
Dual-Purpose Comfort – This rifle is equipped with Magpul’s K2 pistol grip that allows for on-board storage combined with a more vertical, modern grip.
Lightweight – Fitted with Anderson’s 15’’ T6 aluminum MLOK handguard that reduces rifle weight while also accommodating shooter customization forward of the receivers.
Tactical – Anderson’s Knight Stalker flash hider suppresses muzzle flash.
- 18″ Barrel
- 15″ MLOK Handguard
- Knight Stalker Flash Hider
- PRS Lite Stock
- Magpul K2 Grip
- Schmid Too Two-Stage Trigger
- Magpul 20-Round Magazine
The Sharpshooter

Long-Range – This rifle’s 20’’ tapered profile barrel optimizes accuracy and range, allowing the shooter target options to 550 meters and beyond.
Dual-Purpose Comfort – This rifle is equipped with Magpul’s K2 pistol grip that allows for on-board storage without sacrificing shooter ergonomics.
Tactical – Anderson’s Knight Stalker flash hider suppresses muzzle flash.
Features
- 20″ Barrel
- a5″ MLOK Handguard
- PRS Lite Stock
- Magpul K2 Grip
- Schmid Tool Tow-Stage Trigger
- Knight Stalker Flash Hider
- Magpu 20-Round magazine
The Varminter

Geared towards small predator and varmint hunters, also great for accurate range time.
Enhanced Durability, Reduced Recoil and Optimal Accuracy at Range – This rifle is fitted with Anderson’s 20’’ heavy barrel with target crown sheathed by Anderson’s T6 aluminum 15’’ Round Tube MLOK handguard to reduce weight and allow for shooter customization.
Comfortable – Equipped with Hogue’s OverMolded Rubber Beavertail Grip with Finger Grooves.
Truman Brough, Engineer, said, “The precision series was developed to serve Anderson customers who like to push the limits of the AR-15 platform. These rifles were designed with accuracy in mind, for the most demanding shooters. Attach your favorite optic and stretch your limits at the range.”
Features
- 20″ Bull Barrel
- 15″ Round Tube Handguard
- PRS Lite Stock
- Hogue Grip
- Schmid Too Two-Stage Trigger
- Magpul 20-Round Magazine