The Shadow Systems U526 (Shadow Systems part no. SS-6011) is a 5.56 NATO AR-pattern rifle built with a legal 16-inch barrel and a 1:7-inch twist, finished in black with bronze accents for a distinctive, modern look. It holds 30+1 rounds using standard AR-15 magazines, and a safety selector provides the familiar manual of arms AR shooters already know. This 16-inch configuration is a standard Title I rifle requiring no NFA paperwork, giving shooters the full capacity and features of the U526 platform without any additional transfer requirements. This is a well-built, feature-rich 5.56 rifle from a company known for precision manufacturing.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .223 Remington / 5.56 NATO.
• Features a 16-inch barrel with a 1:7-inch twist, the legal minimum length for a Title I rifle.
• Holds 30+1 rounds using standard AR-15 magazines.
• Finished in black with bronze accents.
• Safety is a standard AR-pattern safety selector.
• Classified by the manufacturer as an AR-platform rifle.
• Compatible with standard AR-15 lower receiver accessories.
• Barrel twist stabilizes a wide range of common .223/5.56 bullet weights.
• Finish combines black furniture with bronze metal accents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rifle an NFA item? No, at 16 inches the barrel meets the legal minimum length for a rifle, so it is a standard Title I firearm with no NFA paperwork required.

What magazines does it use? It feeds from standard AR-15-pattern magazines.

Is this rifle built for accuracy? Yes, Shadow Systems is known for tight manufacturing tolerances across its firearm lineup, including this U526 platform.

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