The Shadow Systems E526 (brand part no. LE-6005) is a 5.56 NATO short-barreled rifle built around an 11.5-inch barrel for a compact, fast-handling package. Shadow Systems finishes the rifle in a two-tone black and bronze scheme and ships it optics-ready with no iron sights, leaving shooters free to mount a red dot or low-power variable optic. The semi-automatic action feeds from a 30-round magazine for a 30+1 capacity, and the shortened barrel keeps the rifle maneuverable in tight quarters while retaining 5.56 performance. It suits shooters who want a factory-built SBR ready to run an optic and a suppressor.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is 5.56 NATO.
• The barrel measures 11.5 inches, keeping the platform compact.
• The capacity is 30+1 rounds.
• It ships with one 30-round magazine.
• The action is semi-automatic.
• It comes with no iron sights, optics-ready for a red dot or LPVO.
• The finish is a two-tone black and bronze scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an NFA item? Yes. As an SBR, it is a Title II firearm requiring an approved ATF Form 4 and transfer through an NFA-licensed dealer.

Why an 11.5-inch barrel? The short barrel makes the rifle far more compact and maneuverable than a 16-inch carbine while retaining reliable 5.56 ballistics.

Does it include sights? No, it ships without iron sights so you can mount the optic of your choice.

Buy the Shadow Systems E526 SBR

This is a Title II item regulated under the National Firearms Act. Purchase requires an approved ATF Form 4, no federal transfer tax, and transfer through a licensed NFA (SOT/Class 3) dealer, with an extended federal approval wait before delivery. Order through Shadow Systems‘s short-barrel rifles lineup and our Lubbock, Texas team will walk you through the transfer process.