Overview

One Horse Firearms introduced the Express, a budget-friendly 5.56 AR-15 that ships from the factory with an Atreus FRS forced-reset safety selector. The rifle features a 16-inch, 1:8 twist barrel, mid-length gas system, M-LOK handguard, and adjustable stock, all for an MSRP of $999. The model was officially launched at Gun Con, where testers reported flawless function after a full day on the range.

Key Specifications

• Caliber: 5.56 NATO
• Barrel: 16 in, 1:8 twist, flash hider
• Gas System: Mid-length
• Handguard: M-LOK
• Trigger: Atreus FRS forced-reset safety selector
• Stock: Adjustable
• MSRP: $999

Pros and Cons

• Pros: Lowest-priced factory FRT/FRS-equipped AR-15 seen to date; reportedly ran without issues during extended testing; straightforward, no-frills build.
• Cons: Still carries the premium associated with forced-reset technology; limited aftermarket support for the selector may exist.

“This is absolutely the most affordable take on it that I’ve seen so far,” host Jon Patton noted, adding that the rifle “just kept on running” after a full range day. He also asked viewers whether an FRS-equipped rifle is “more than just a range toy.”