AR-15 Builder Tools & Calculators
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Builder Tools

Interactive calculators and decision engines to help you tune, zero, and optimize your rifle without the guesswork.

DiagnosticGas System

Buffer Weight Calculator

Input your barrel length, gas system, and ammo type to get the exact buffer weight recommendation for reliable cycling.

Located in: Gas System Tuning GuideOpen Tool ->
DiagnosticTroubleshooting

Gas System Troubleshooter

Step-by-step diagnostic wizard to identify and fix cycling issues, failures to eject, double feeds, and other gas-related problems.

Located in: Gas System Tuning GuideOpen Tool ->
DiagnosticTroubleshooting

Ejection Pattern Analyzer

Diagnose overgassing or undergassing issues by matching your brass ejection angle to the clock-face chart.

Located in: Gas System Tuning GuideOpen Tool ->
BallisticsPlanning

Barrel Range Visualizer

Compare effective ranges and velocity drops for different barrel lengths (10.3" to 20") across multiple ammo types to match your mission.

Located in: Barrel Length GuideOpen Tool ->
BallisticsRange Tool

Ballistics Calculator

Calculate bullet drop, wind drift, and trajectory from 0-1000 yards. Supports preset ammo profiles and custom BC/velocity entry with environmental corrections.

Located in: Ballistics GuideOpen Tool ->
Range ToolOptics

Zero Distance Visualizer

Compare trajectory curves for 36/300, 50/200, and 100-yard zeros to understand point-of-impact at any distance up to 400 yards.

Located in: Optic Zeroing GuideOpen Tool ->
Range ToolOptics

Offset Zero Calculator

Calculate required point-of-impact offset for different zero distances (36/50/100/200 yards) at your chosen range distance.

Located in: Optic Zeroing GuideOpen Tool ->
Range ToolOptics

Zeroing Click Calculator

Convert your point-of-impact deviation (inches) into exact turret clicks (MOA/MRAD) for any target distance.

Located in: Optic Zeroing GuideOpen Tool ->
PlanningOptics

Optic Selection Wizard

Answer questions about your engagement range, astigmatism, and night vision needs to get a personalized optic recommendation.

Located in: Optic Selection MatrixOpen Tool ->
DiagnosticPerformance

Rate of Fire (ROF) Calculator

Analyze burst RPM, shot spacing, and timing from audio or video clips. Great for measuring your rifle's performance or comparing buffer setups.

Located in: Super Safety GuideOpen Tool ->
CompatibilityPlanning

Lower Receiver Compatibility Checker

Search 45+ manufacturers to see if your lower receiver's fire control pocket is compatible with Super Safeties (M16 vs Low Shelf vs High Shelf).

Located in: Super Safety GuideOpen Tool ->

Need a full build plan?

Start a new build in the Configurator to get a complete compatibility check and parts list for your mission.

Launch Configurator