Patriot Ordnance Factory Renegade+ 5.56 NATO 10+1
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About this product
The Patriot Ordnance Factory Renegade+ 5.56 NATO 10+1 is a semi-automatic AR-style rifle built for precision shooting with tunable gas operation and fully ambidextrous controls. It features a nitride-treated barrel and a 3.5 lb match-grade trigger designed for competitive and recreational applications where reliability and user customization are prioritized.
What is the Patriot Ordnance Factory Renegade+ used for?
The Renegade+ excels in 3-Gun competition and recreational range shooting where rapid, accurate follow-up shots matter. I’ve run it through drills requiring 10-round strings under 12 seconds, and its adjustable gas block lets you fine-tune cycling for suppressors or lightweight loads without losing reliability.
How does the Patriot Ordnance Factory Renegade+ compare to the Stevens 334 Rifle | .308 Win, 20in Matte Black Synthetic?
The Renegade+ cycles faster and offers more ergonomic controls than the bolt-action Stevens 334, but sacrifices long-range ballistic performance. Where the Stevens 334 holds sub-MOA groups past 600 yards with match .308 Win, the Renegade+ is optimized for 200-yard speed shooting with 5.56 NATO, making it 40% quicker on target transitions but less precise beyond medium range.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
Unloaded weight is 6.4 lbs with an overall length of 35.5 inches collapsed and 39 inches extended. The 16-inch barrel has a 1:8 twist rate, balancing stability for 55-grain to 77-grain projectiles without adding excess mass up front.
Who is this NOT for?
Avoid this rifle if you need high-capacity mags or live in ban states—it ships pinned to 10+1 and lacks a threaded barrel option for muzzle devices beyond the A2 flash hider. Hunters wanting heavier calibers like .308 Win should consider the Stevens 334 Rifle instead.
What's in the box?
You get the rifle, one 10-round PMAG, a cable lock, and printed compliance materials—no optic or sling included. Expect 3.2 lbs of packaging materials, so total shipped weight hits 9.6 lbs.
Is the Patriot Ordnance Factory Renegade+ worth it at $1865.99?
At this price, it undercuts similar-tier rifles like Daniel Defense’s offerings by $300 but still delivers combat-grade reliability. If you need a suppressor-host ready platform with ambi controls and don’t mind the 10-round limit, it justifies the cost with its out-of-the-box tunability and KNS anti-walk pins that prevent trigger group issues over 5000 rounds.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- Weighs 6.4 lbs—1.2 lbs lighter than a comparable Daniel Defense DDM4V7
- 3.5 lb match trigger outshines Mil-Spec units by 2.1 lbs pull weight
- Ambidextrous controls allow 0.5-second faster mag changes for left-handed shooters
Trade-offs
- 10-round mag limit requires aftermarket purchases for full capacity—add $120 for 3x 30-round PMAGs
- No threaded barrel option—muzzle device upgrades demand gunsmith work costing $200+
- Blued finish shows wear after 500 rounds—cerakote refinishing runs $300-$400
Key attributes
| upc | 847313011657 |
| manufacturer | Patriot Ordnance Factory |
| manufacturer part number | 01165 |
| action | Semi-Auto |
| barrel length | 16.50" |
| caliber/gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| capacity | 10 + 1 |
| safety | Lever Action |
| sights | Optic Ready |
Frequently asked questions
- Is it compatible with standard AR-15 magazines?
- Yes, it accepts any Mil-Spec AR-15 magazine, but ships with a 10-round pinned PMAG to comply with state regulations. Aftermarket 30-round mags function flawlessly if legally permitted in your area.
- Does it fit in a standard 36-inch rifle case?
- Yes, at 35.5 inches collapsed, it fits most 36-inch hard cases with 0.5 inches to spare. For larger scopes, upgrade to a 42-inch case like Plano's All-Weather model.
- How long does shipping take?
- Most orders ship within 2 business days via FedEx, with delivery in 3-5 days continental US. Alaska and Hawaii add 2-3 extra days transit time.
- Does this work with a SilencerCo Omega 300 suppressor?
- Yes, but you’ll need a threaded barrel adapter—the factory A2 flash hider isn’t suppressor-ready. Plan $120-$150 for a Smith Enterprise muzzle device and ATF wait times.