The Q LLC Sugar Weasel (brand part no. SW-556-16IN-RIFLE-FM-10) is a 5.56 NATO AR-pattern rifle built in a California-compliant 10+1 configuration on a 16-inch barrel. The clear anodized Cerakote aluminum receiver and full-length Picatinny top rail give it a distinctive look while keeping every mounting option open for optics and accessories. It is a strong choice for CA shooters who want a fully featured AR-15 without sacrificing capability to stay compliant. The CMOE SL-K stock and M-LOK free-float handguard round out a rifle built for the range or home defense.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 5.56 NATO for widely available, effective ammunition.
• Rifling twist of 1:7 inches stabilizes heavier 5.56 bullet weights for consistent accuracy.
• Fitted with a 16-inch barrel for balanced handling and full-length ballistic performance.
• Configured at 10+1 capacity to satisfy California’s compliance requirements.
• The clear anodized Cerakote aluminum receiver carries a full-length Picatinny top rail.
• An M-LOK free-float handguard provides mounting space for lights, optics, and grips.
• Finished with a Q LLC CMOE SL-K polymer stock for a lightweight, compliant profile.
• Uses a polymer pistol grip for ergonomic control.
• Fitted with a manual safety selector switch for straightforward operation.
• Ships at approximately 8.8 pounds in its case.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rifle legal in California? Yes, it ships in a 10+1 configuration built to meet California’s compliance requirements.

What handguard and rail system does it use? An M-LOK free-float handguard paired with a full-length Picatinny top rail on the receiver.

What is the twist rate good for? The 1:7 twist stabilizes heavier 5.56 bullets for cleaner, more consistent accuracy at distance.

Buy the Q LLC Sugar Weasel 5.56 NATO Rifle

This CA-compliant Sugar Weasel is ready for the range or the safe. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and check out more Q LLC rifles alongside other semi-auto rifles.