SPORT

Faxon SPORT is the workhorse tier of our AR15 lineup—built for shooters who want a reliable AR15 / AR-15 rifle or pistol from a true American manufacturer, without paying for features they won’t use.

  • Best for: first AR15, practical training, range time, and dependable everyday use
  • What you’re buying: complete firearms configured for real-world function and long-term confidence
  • Who it’s for: shooters who value reliability, simplicity, and honest performance
Workhorse Value Built by an American manufacturer Rifles & Pistols Ready to Grow With You

Looking for different tiers? PRO · PREMIERE · ION

SPORT AR15 Rifles & Pistols: Built for Real-World Use

The Faxon SPORT tier is designed for shooters who want a dependable AR15 / AR-15 rifle or pistol without paying for features that don’t move the needle. If your priorities are reliability, value, and a platform you can train with hard, SPORT is where you start—and often where you stay.

Workhorse value without compromise Family-owned American manufacturer Ohio-built heritage since 1978 (manufacturing roots) Rifles & pistols in the same lineup

SPORT is for: first-time AR15 buyers, practical shooters, and anyone who wants a straightforward setup for range and training.
SPORT is not for: shooters who want maximum refinement out of the box—those customers should step up to PRO or PREMIERE.

How to Choose a SPORT AR15

Rifle vs. Pistol

  • Rifles emphasize stability and traditional handling for training and general purpose use.
  • Pistols emphasize compact handling for tighter spaces and quick maneuvering.

Pick Your Use Case First

  • Training / Range: prioritize a configuration you can shoot often and feed easily.
  • Compact: choose a setup built for handling—then tune around your end goal.

Suppressor Plans?

  • Suppression works best as a system: host + gas tuning + mount + suppressor.
  • For the cleanest suppressed behavior, consider stepping up to PRO.

Build Later, Not Now

  • SPORT is a strong starting point—you can upgrade as your preferences evolve.
  • If you already know you want “premium out of the box,” start with PREMIERE.

Suppressors Are an Ecosystem

If you plan to run your AR15 suppressed, think in ecosystems—not single purchases. The best suppressed experience comes from pairing the right host configuration with gas tuning and a compatible suppressor and mounting standard.

Start with Suppressors

Then Tune the Host

If your priority is the smoothest suppressed behavior and performance-focused configuration choices, step up to PRO. If you want maximum refinement out of the box, choose PREMIERE. If you want lightweight handling, explore ION.

Warranty

All Faxon Firearms products are backed by our Limited Lifetime Warranty.
For full warranty terms, service instructions, and exclusions, please visit:
https://faxonfirearms.com/warranty-privacy-terms/

SPORT AR15 FAQs

What is the Faxon SPORT line? ▾
Faxon SPORT is the workhorse tier of our AR15 lineup—built for practical shooters who want a reliable AR15 / AR-15 rifle or pistol with honest performance and strong value.
Do SPORT models include both AR15 rifles and AR15 pistols? ▾
Yes. SPORT is offered as complete AR15 / AR-15 rifles and pistols (availability varies by production run and configuration).
Who should buy SPORT instead of PRO or PREMIERE? ▾
Choose SPORT if you want dependable function and value for training and range use. If you want more performance-focused configuration choices, step up to PRO. If you want maximum refinement out of the box, choose PREMIERE.
Are Faxon SPORT AR15 firearms made in the USA? ▾
Faxon Firearms is a family-owned American manufacturer based in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio, with advanced machining and engineering roots dating back to 1978.
Can I run a SPORT AR15 suppressed? ▾
Many shooters run SPORT hosts suppressed. For the best experience, plan the ecosystem—host configuration, gas tuning, mount/muzzle device, and suppressor choice. For the smoothest suppressed behavior out of the box, consider PRO.
What if I want to customize or build later? ▾
SPORT is a strong foundation that you can upgrade over time. If you want to start building immediately, explore barrels, parts, and gas tuning components through the internal links below.
Where should I start if I’m building an AR15 instead of buying complete? ▾
Start with the barrel and host components: Rifle Barrels, Rifle Parts, and Adjustable Gas Blocks.