Short answer: yes. The AR-15 is one of the most versatile rifle platforms ever built, and with the right barrel, ammunition, optic, and technique, it can hit targets well past 500 yards. Competitive shooters regularly shoot AR-15s at 600 yards in High Power matches, and skilled shooters reach 1,000 yards. But "can" and "should" depend on your setup and goals. This guide covers what the AR-15 can realistically do at distance, which gear matters most, and which calibers stretch the platform furth …