Springfield Hellion Bullpup 5.56 16″ 30rd Black
About this product
The Springfield Armory Hellion is a bullpup-configured, semi-automatic rifle designed to deliver a full-length 16-inch barrel in a compact overall package. It is chambered for 5.56x45mm NATO (.223 Rem) and features ambidextrous controls with a reversible ejection system. The platform uses a two-position adjustable short-stroke piston gas system to provide reliability and adaptability for suppressed or unsuppressed use. Controls and ergonomics emphasize compactness and modularity for a range of practical applications.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is 5.56x45mm NATO (.223 Rem).
- The barrel is a 16-inch CMV Melonite with 1:7 twist.
- The action is Semi-automatic.
- The magazine capacity is 30 rounds (one 30‑round Magpul PMAG included).
- The gas system is a 2-position adjustable short-stroke piston.
- The handguard is polymer with M-LOK slots.
- The stock is a 5-position adjustable unit with cheek riser.
- The sights are integrated flip-up front and rear (rear has 5-position aperture).
- The unloaded weight is 8 lbs.
- The muzzle device is a 4-prong flash hider.
The Hellion pairs a compact footprint with full-size ballistic performance through its bullpup layout and 16″ barrel. Its adjustable gas system and ambidextrous features make it a practical choice for shooters seeking a compact, adaptable modern sporting rifle platform for range use, modular setups, and scenarios where a shorter overall length is desired without sacrificing barrel length.
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Specs at a glance
Key attributes
| upc | 706397956776 |
| manufacturer | Springfield Armory |
| manufacturer part number | HL916556B |
| action | Gas Operated |
| atf type | MODERN SPORTING RIFLE |
| barrel finish | Black Melonite |
| barrel length | 16'' |
| caliber/gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| capacity | 30 |
| color | Black |
| length | 28.25''-29.75'' |
| magazine included | 1 x 30-Round |
| model | Hellion Bullpup |
| number of magazines | 1 30 rd. |
| package height | 3.7 |
| package width | 12.9 |
| product type | Bullpup |
| safety | Ambidextrous |
| shipping weight | 11.7 |
| sights | Flip Up Front & Rear |
| sights type | Adjustable Sights |
| state restriction (ca) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| state restriction (il) | NO SALE TO ILLINOIS PICA |
| state restriction (or) | NO SALE TO OREGON |
| state restriction (pr) | Puerto Rico |
| state restriction (ri) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO RHODE ISLAND |
| state restriction (vi) | Virgin Islands |
| state restriction (wa) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO WASHINGTON |
| units per box | 1 |