I believe an AR has features that hunting rifles do not. Like collapsible stock, short barrel, and vertical front grip.

A full length AR, 30" plus in length, would not be the preferred choice for close corner combat.

In NJ we have laws that allow "other rifles" which are pistols built like an AR rifle. These have shorter barrels and would be better in close range situations.

There is a lot of hype going around for AR rifles. In my opinion a full length is not practical for most situations. The 'other rifles' pack too much punch with the shorter barrel length. Issues with multi shot accuracy plus greater sound and flash. There are better options such as a pistol caliber carbine, AR style rifles in 9mm or 45. 9 will still go through a 2x2 from a quarter mile away. Stopping power is a myth. Plus ammo is way cheaper.