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Best AR-10 Stocks [Hands-On]: Precision Focus

Want the most accurate AR-10? You'll want the best stock which has heft, adjustability, and a repeatable cheekweld. Here's our hands-on picks.

Looking to get all that accuracy out of your AR-10 platform? You’ll need a great stock that gives you a sturdy and repeatable cheekweld.

Aero M5E1 with DPMS LR-308
Aero M5E1 with DPMS LR-308

We’ve tested over a dozen of the most popular stocks for the AR-15 and AR-10.

Best AR-15 Buttstocks
Best AR-15 & AR-10 Buttstocks

Here’s our favorites based on the different needs of the AR-10 compared to the AR-15.

Summary of Our Top Picks

  1. Best Adjustable

    Magpul STR Stock

    Affordable, basic but decent features

  2. Best Bang for the Buck

    Luth AR Modular Stock

    Adjustable, good cheekweld

  3. Most Stable

    Magpul PRS Buttstock

    Sturdy, adjustable

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Best AR-10 Stocks

1. Magpul STR

My favorite adjustable stock is the Magpul STP when weight is not a problem. You’re probably not running and gunning with your AR-10!

MOE STR Stock
MOE STR Stock on PSA AR-10

It gives the best cheekweld out of all the tested adjustable stocks…check it out when compared with a regular Magpul MOE buttstock.

MOE STR vs MOE Cheekweld
MOE STR vs MOE Cheekweld

It’s a little heavier at 12.5 ounces but this heft balances out the more front-heavy AR-10…plus it works well with a rear sandbag. Rear is the same footprint with mild rubber that stays put when needed and doesn’t snag.

MOE STR vs MOE Back
MOE STR vs MOE Back

I got introduced to this one when I got my PSA AR-10 in .308 (full review) and it also worked great when I got a 6.5 Creedmoor upper too.

PSA AR-10 .308
PSA AR-10 .308

My pick if you want a super nice (and repeatable) cheekweld. But still, some adjustability to lower the overall length of your AR-10.

Best Adjustable
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at Brownells

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2. Luth AR

Looking for the best bang-for-the-buck fixed AR-10 stock? It’s probably the Luth AR.

Luth AR
Luth AR

Tons of adjustability and a decent cheekweld. Check it out when compared against the MOE.

Rear footprint is roughly the same as the MOE and has the same nice textured rubber.

Luth AR vs MOE Back
Luth AR vs MOE Back

It’s what I’ve been using on my Aero M5E1 .308 for a while now (full review).

Aero M5E1 On The Grass
Aero M5E1 On The Grass

Plus…you can’t beat it for the price…especially when compared against my favorite at the end.

Best Bang for the Buck
131
at Brownells

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What’s your take on the Luth? Rate it below.

Readers' Ratings

4.99/5 (1083)

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3. Magpul PRS

Now in its 3rd generation…the Magpul PRS is the gold standard for AR-10 stocks.

PSA AR-10 Lower with 2-Stage Trigger and Magpul PRS
PSA AR-10 Lower with 2-Stage Trigger and Magpul PRS

SUPER sturdy with a heft of 31 ounces. You’re not going to be humping your AR-10 around much.

Now you’re rewarded with true quality feel and nice adjustments in length-of-pull and cheekweld.  Though the cheekweld isn’t the best out of all the picks.

Magpul PRS vs MOE Cheekweld
Magpul PRS vs MOE Cheekweld

Rear is bigger to absorb the likely harsher recoil of the AR-10 compared to the AR-15.

PRS vs MOE Back
PRS vs MOE Back

Here it is on my 6.5 Creedmoor from PSA (full review).

PSA 6.5 Creedmoor AR-10
PSA 6.5 Creedmoor AR-10

If you value stability and adjustability…while giving up a little bit in cheekweld and weight. The PRS is for you.

Most Stable
217
at Brownells

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Prices accurate at time of writing

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Rounding out the list is the Mission First Tactical Battlelink Minimalist Stock.

This model offers a non-slip rubberized buttpad and multiple sling slots.

Best Minimalist Option
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The stock is also an affordable one — coming in under the $70 mark. So, if you need to balance performance with budget, this is the stock for you.

Final Thoughts

There you have it…our top picks for AR-10 stocks. I’m kind of glad there’s not a bazillion stocks out there that fit my bill for the AR-10.

Adjustable AR-15 Buttstocks
Adjustable AR-15 Buttstocks

If you’re looking at something collapsible…get the Magpul STR.

Best Cheekweld
60
at Brownells

Prices accurate at time of writing

Prices accurate at time of writing

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If you want something fixed and a good value…get the Luth AR.

131
at Brownells

Prices accurate at time of writing

Prices accurate at time of writing

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And lastly…if you want the gold standard with some serious heft and adjustability get the Magpul PRS.

Best Precision Stock
217
at Brownells

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Prices accurate at time of writing

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What’s your pick for the best AR-10 stock?  If you’re itching to soup up your AR-15 now…we have our Best AR-15 Stocks article.  Or if you want to tame your recoil…check out our Best AR-15 Muzzle Brakes.

.308 Muzzle Brakes & Compensators, Range
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11 Leave a Reply

  • Commenter Avatar
    Ronald Vandermoon

    When I searched for "Rifle" stocks, I meant Fixed Rifle Stock, NOT CARBINE ADJUSTABLE STOCKS!

    April 9, 2023 12:01 pm
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    Bull o' the Woods

    B5 Systems Collapsible Precision Stock?

    August 16, 2022 6:02 pm
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    Silky Johnson

    When I think of AR10s, I’m thinking long range and/or precision shooting. The MFT minimalist stock is not ideal for either. Doesn’t balance well and has minimal cheek weld. I often question the people who write these articles.

    July 8, 2022 1:15 pm
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    dsutton

    I used the Magpul PRS on my AR10. The cheek riser interfered with the charging handle and I had to trim about a half inch off the forward edge to make it work. Otherwise, it works just fine.

    July 7, 2022 8:08 pm
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    Adam

    No LMT DMR Stock?

    August 30, 2021 10:29 am
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    Alan

    Your muzzle brakes link at the end is bad. It just links back to this article.

    June 27, 2021 7:31 pm
    • Commenter Avatar
      Jacki Billings, Editor

      Hey Alan, thanks for bringing that to our attention! It's been fixed.

      June 28, 2021 6:31 am
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    Ricky Ray

    Hello. My Buddy wants to build a ar-10, and wants to b able to Shoot Distance. Maybe out to 600 yards. Can you Recommend a Barrel, length, and twist? Thanks!

    June 27, 2021 8:41 am
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    Brett Baker

    What the opinion on the Magpul MOE Rifle Stock? I’ve got an Aero build, minus the stock. Glad I stumbled onto this review, as I didn’t know about the Luth AR stock.

    June 4, 2021 12:11 am
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    Celltech

    I think you missed the most obvious choice for an AR10, the MFT Battlelink Minimalist stock. AR10s are heavy pigs and need all the weight reduction they can get. With a rifle length gas system they are suprisingly gentle to shoot....at least for a 308.

    November 7, 2018 6:24 pm
    • Commenter Avatar
      Eric Hung

      I really like the Minimalist for my AR-15 but for me it makes the balance of the heavier AR-10 feel really off.

      November 7, 2018 11:02 pm
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