The Shark Coast Tactical Rust is a 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington AR pistol built around a 10.5-inch black nitride threaded barrel and finished in a distinctive rust-toned Cerakote (brand part no. SCC07275RUST-P). Shark Coast Tactical builds this pistol on an aluminum receiver with a full-length Picatinny top rail and a free-float M-LOK handguard, then rounds it out with an SB Tactical SBA3 brace, Magpul MOE grip, and a 30-round magazine. The short barrel keeps the overall package compact and maneuverable for home defense or the range, while the threaded muzzle leaves room for a compensator or other muzzle device. It is built and sold as a pistol, not a shouldered rifle, so it ships and transfers like any other semi-auto AR pistol.

Key Specifications

• Caliber: 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington, chambered to run both cartridges.
• Barrel Length: 10.5 inches, a short and maneuverable barrel that keeps the pistol compact for close quarters.
• Barrel Finish: black nitride, a wear- and corrosion-resistant coating that also aids heat dissipation.
• Capacity: 30+1 rounds from a standard AR magazine.
• Receiver: aluminum with a full-length Picatinny top rail for mounting an optic.
• Handguard: free-float M-LOK, for mounting lights, grips, and other accessories directly to the rail.
• Brace: an SB Tactical SBA3 pistol brace that is 5-position adjustable for a stable shooting platform.
• Grip: a Magpul MOE pistol grip.
• Safety: a familiar AR-pattern thumb safety selector.
• Finish: a distinctive Rust Cerakote finish over the receiver and handguard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a pistol or a rifle? It is built and sold as an AR pistol with an SB Tactical SBA3 brace rather than a shouldered stock, so it is not a regulated NFA item.

Does it use standard AR-15 magazines? Yes, it accepts standard AR-15 magazines, including the included 30-round magazine.

Is the handguard compatible with M-LOK accessories? Yes, the free-float M-LOK handguard accepts standard M-LOK lights, grips, and rail sections.

Buy the Shark Coast Tactical Rust AR Pistol, 5.56 NATO

The Rust finish and short-barrel handling make this a standout pick for a nightstand or range-day AR pistol. See more of Shark Coast Tactical’s AR pistols and order yours from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.