The Shadow Systems E526 5.56 NATO AR Pistol (brand part no. SS-6006) weighs just 5.4 pounds thanks to a hybrid-profile, chrome-lined 4150 CMV barrel with spiral fluting cut to an 11.5-inch length. Shadow Systems runs a carbine-length gas system through a pinned 17-4 stainless steel gas block and pairs it with a low-friction black bolt carrier group and an Elite two-stage duty trigger breaking at 3.5 pounds. Fully ambidextrous controls, a Maelstrom three-prong flash hider compatible with Plan B suppressor mounts, and Shadow Systems’ proprietary stabilizing brace round out the build. Among semi-auto handguns, this E526 suits shooters who want a lightweight, fully ambidextrous 5.56 pistol.

Key Specifications

• The caliber is 5.56 NATO.
• The barrel measures 11.5 inches with a hybrid profile and spiral fluting.
• The weight is 5.4 pounds.
• The gas system is carbine-length.
• The gas block is pinned 17-4 stainless steel.
• The bolt carrier group is a low-friction black-finished design.
• The trigger is an Elite two-stage duty trigger breaking at 3.5 pounds.
• The handguard is a lightweight, low-flex M-LOK design.
• The muzzle device is a Maelstrom three-prong flash hider compatible with Plan B suppressor mounts.
• The controls, including the bolt release, charging handle, and safety selector, are fully ambidextrous.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this come with a stock? It ships with Shadow Systems’ proprietary stabilizing brace, not a shoulder stock, which keeps it classified as a pistol rather than an SBR.

Is it suppressor-ready? The Maelstrom flash hider is compatible with Plan B suppressor mounting systems for a direct upgrade path.

How heavy is it? Just 5.4 pounds unloaded, light for an AR pistol in this configuration.

Buy the Shadow Systems E526 5.56 NATO AR Pistol

A featherweight barrel and fully ambidextrous controls make this E526 stand out among 5.56 pistols. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.