Springfield Armory SAINT Edge ATC: First Look

Designed to deliver maximum precision from the AR platform, the SAINT Edge ATC features a patented chassis system made up of a one-piece monolithic lower machined from 6061 T6 aluminum. The free-floated design ensures that the barrel, barrel nut and gas system are totally free from any contact with the lower chassis. Further enhancing the precision performance of the ATC is the Accu-Tite Plus tensioning system, featuring an adjustable set of conical set screws in the lower that eliminate any play between the upper receiver and lower chassis.

The SAINT Edge ATC is offered in a standard black model as well as an Elite Coyote Brown variant. In addition to the Cerakote Coyote Brown finish, the Elite variant features a LaRue 2-Stage trigger and collapsible B5 Systems Precision Stock. The standard model comes with a B5 Systems Enhanced SOPMOD collapsible stock and a flat modular match trigger. A B5 Systems Type 23 P-Grip and 20-round Magpul PMAG complete the package on both versions.

Both ATC’s feature an 18” barrel in .223 Wylde manufactured by Ballistic Advantage, giving the rifle a high-performance foundation for maximum accuracy. Featuring a 1:7” rate of twist and a rugged Melonite coating, the 18-inch barrel provides impressive ballistics and amazing downrange performance. The .223 Wylde chamber provides the ability to fire both .223 and 5.56 NATO, but with a chamber throat that is tight enough to wring the most performance out of match-grade ammunition.

“The SAINT Edge ATC, in both standard and Elite versions, gives precision rifle shooters a great new option that maximizes the performance of the AR rifle,” says Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory. “With guaranteed sub-MOA performance, the ATC is must-have addition to the collection of every serious precision shooter.”

The SAINT Edge ATC features an MSRP of $1,549, while the SAINT Edge ATC Elite comes in at an MSRP of $1,899. For those that demand guaranteed sub-MOA precision from their AR-style rifle, the SAINT Edge ATC is designed to deliver.​

SAINT Edge ATC .223 Wylde Specifications

• Part No.: STA918223B
• Color: Black
• Upper Receiver: Forged 7075 T6 Aluminum, Type III Hardcoat Anodized, Forward Assist, M4 Feed Ramps
• Gas System: Direct Impingement Mid-Length, Low-Profile Pinned Gas Block
• Trigger: Flat Modular Match
• Receiver End Plate: QD
• Safety Switch: Single Side
• Sights: N/A
• Bolt Carrier Group: M16 w/ Carpenter 158 Steel Bolt, HPT/MPI, Melonite
• Barrel: 18" Ballistic Advantage, Melonite, 1:7
• Lower Receiver: ATC Chassis, Machined 6061 T6 Aluminum, Type III Hardcoat Anodized, QD Mounting Points
• Handguard: Integral to ATC Chassis, M-Lok
• Muzzle Device: SA Muzzle Brake
• Buffer Assembly: Carbine "H" Heavy Tungsten Buffer
• Trigger Guard: Integral to Receiver
• Stock: B5 Systems Enhanced SopMod
• Receiver Extension: Mil-Spec
• Charging Handle: GI Style
• Grip: B5 Systems Type 23 P-Grip
• MSRP: $1,549
• Manufacturer: Springfield Armory; 800-680-6866; springfield-armory.com

SAINT Edge ATC Elite .223 Wylde Specifications

• Part No.: STAE918223CB
• Color: Coyote Brown
• Upper Receiver: Forged 7075 T6 Aluminum, Type III Hardcoat Anodized, Coyote Brown Cerakote H-250, Forward Assist, M4 Feed Ramps
• Gas System: Direct Impingement Mid-Length, Low-Profile Pinned Gas Block
• Trigger: LaRue MBT Flat 2 Stage
• Receiver End Plate: QD
• Safety Switch: Single Side
• Barrel: 18" Ballistic Advantage, Melonite, 1:7
• Lower Receiver: ATC Chassis, Machined 6061 T6 Aluminum, Type III Hardcoat Anodized, Coyote Brown Cerakote H-250, QD Mounting Points
• Handguard: Integral to ATC Chassis, M-Lok
• Muzzle Device: SA Muzzle Brake
• Buffer Assembly: Carbine "H" Heavy Tungsten Buffer
• Trigger Guard: Integral to Receiver
• Sights: N/A
• Bolt Carrier Group: M16 w/ Carpenter 158 Steel Bolt, HPT/MPI, Melonite
• Stock: B5 Systems Coyote Brown Precision Stock
• Receiver Extension: Mil-Spec
• Charging Handle: GI Style
• Grip: B5 Systems Coyote Brown Type 23 P-Grip
• MSRP: $1,899
• Manufacturer: Springfield Armory; 800-680-6866; springfield-armory.com