Mossberg 715T Flat Top .22 LR Rifle — FDE, Holographic Dot
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About this product
The Mossberg 715T Flat Top .22 LR Rifle in FDE is a semi-automatic rimfire carbine with AR-15 ergonomics, a green holographic sight, and a Flat Dark Earth adjustable stock specifically designed for affordable, low-recoil training and small game hunting. Built on a blowback action and accepting standard 10 or 25-round box magazines, this platform provides a familiar manual of arms at roughly one-tenth the cost per round of centerfire AR-15s. Its flat-top upper receiver is drilled and tapped for optic mounting, making it compatible with almost any aftermarket sighting system you might use on a full-power rifle.
What is the Mossberg 715T Flat Top used for?
The 715T Flat Top is best used as a dedicated training rifle, a small game/varmint harvester, or as an accessible introductory firearm for learning AR-style controls. It replicates the manual of arms, sight picture, and trigger pull weight (approximately 6.5 lbs) of a defensive AR-15, allowing for high-volume practice without the cost and recoil of 5.56 ammunition. This makes it ideal for teaching new shooters fundamentals or for experienced marksmen to maintain proficiency at a cost of about 10 cents per round compared to 50+ cents for 5.56.
How does the Mossberg 715T compare to the Stevens 334?
The Mossberg 715T is categorically better for fast-paced, high-volume training, while the Stevens 334 in .243 Win is superior for precision beyond 75 yards. Firing .22 LR from a 10-round detachable magazine, the 715T offers rapid follow-up shots with negligible recoil, critical for practicing transitions. The Stevens 334 bolt-action, firing centerfire hunting cartridges, delivers far greater energy and inherent mechanical accuracy suitable for ethical deer or elk harvesting, but at a much slower rate of fire and significantly higher ammunition cost.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
The rifle weighs 4.5 lbs unloaded and measures 33.75 inches from the removable A2 flash hider to the end of the A2-style adjustable stock when collapsed. With the stock extended to its furthest of six positions, the overall length increases by 3.25 inches to 37 inches, accommodating a wide range of shooter statures. The 16.25-inch barrel features a 1:16-inch twist rate, optimized for stabilizing standard-velocity .22 LR projectiles up to 40 grains.
Who is this NOT for?
This is NOT for the shooter who demands match-grade accuracy or a direct parts interchange with an actual AR-15 platform. The polymer-heavy construction and proprietary lower receiver mean it shares zero functional components with a mil-spec AR-15—this is a dedicated .22 LR training tool, not a .223 conversion kit. Furthermore, the bolt is held open on an empty magazine during firing, but lacks a manual bolt catch/release, requiring you to pull the charging handle to chamber a fresh round, a notable deviation from AR muscle memory.
What's in the box?
The box contains the rifle with the FDE A2-style stock installed, one 10-round polymer magazine, the holographic green dot sight with its base and mounting hardware (batteries not included), the removable A2-style flash hider, and the factory-provided safety lock. Mossberg does not include any optics tools, lens covers, or spare batteries for the holographic sight, so factor in the cost of a 2032 coin cell and a set of allen wrenches before your first range trip.
Is the Mossberg 715T worth it at $366.99?
Yes, at $366.99, the 715T Flat Top package represents solid value if your primary goal is economical AR-pattern familiarization and you value the included holographic sight. Bundled with a functional, battery-powered red dot equivalent, this package saves you $75–$150 versus buying a base rifle and a sight separately. For a shooter focused purely on bolt-action precision for hunting, the previously mentioned Stevens 334 is a better-focused investment, but for high-repetition, low-cost training, the 715T's cost of ownership over 1,000 rounds is unbeatable.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- Weighs 4.5 lbs — 2.5 lbs lighter than a typical 5.56 AR-15, reducing fatigue
- Includes a holographic green dot sight — a $75+ value compared to buying separately
- Features a 1:16 twist barrel — optimized for standard .22 LR ammo under 40 grains
- Accepts high-capacity 25-round magazines — allows for extended practice sessions
Trade-offs
- Lacks a manual bolt catch/release — you must pull the charging handle on every reload, a deviation from AR muscle memory
- Proprietary polymer lower receiver — shares zero functional parts with mil-spec AR-15s, limiting upgrade paths
- Optic rail screws may require thread locker — the included base attachment can loosen after 200-300 rounds of .22 LR vibration
Key attributes
| upc | 884110372406 |
| manufacturer | Mossberg |
| manufacturer part number | 37240 |
| action | Semi-Auto |
| barrel finish | Matte Blued |
| barrel length | 16.25" |
| caliber/gauge | .22 LR |
| capacity | 25 + 1 |
| color | BLUED |
| model | 715T |
| shipping weight | 7.4 |
| sights | Optic Ready |
| atf type | MODERN SPORTING RIFLE |
| length | 39.8500 |
| state restriction (il) | NO SALE TO ILLINOIS PICA |
| state restriction (or) | NO SALE TO OREGON |
| state restriction (ri) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO RHODE ISLAND |
| state restriction (wa) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO WASHINGTON |
Frequently asked questions
- Is it compatible with standard AR-15 accessories?
- No, the Mossberg 715T is not fully compatible with mil-spec AR-15 parts. While it accepts standard AR-15 pistol grips and features a standard Picatinny rail on the flat-top upper for optics, the lower receiver is proprietary polymer and will not accept most aftermarket AR-15 triggers, safeties, or bolt catches. The magazine well is designed for Mossberg's own 10 or 25-round .22 LR magazines.
- Does the holographic sight come with batteries?
- No, batteries are not included with the holographic green dot sight. The sight requires a single CR2032 3-volt coin cell battery, which is a common and inexpensive item available at most hardware or electronics stores. I recommend purchasing a fresh battery before installation, as factory-included cells in packaged accessories are often partially depleted.
- Can I install a suppressor on this rifle?
- Potentially, but not directly. The barrel is threaded in a proprietary manner to accept the included A2-style flash hider. To mount a .22 caliber suppressor, you would need to remove the flash hider and likely acquire an aftermarket thread adapter. Consult a qualified gunsmith to verify thread pitch (often 1/2-28) and ensure proper concentric alignment before attempting suppressor attachment, as misalignment can cause a baffle strike.
- How long does shipping take?
- Processing and FFL shipping for firearms from Ironclad Armory typically takes 3-5 business days after order verification and FFL documentation is confirmed. Actual transit time via our carrier partners averages 2-4 business days, depending on your geographic location relative to our warehouse. You will receive a tracking number once the item is physically scanned into the shipping carrier's system.