Shadow Systems built its name on performance-tuned Glock-pattern pistols, and the E526 carries that same upgrade-everything philosophy onto the AR platform. This 5.56 NATO model wears an 11.5-inch barrel, making it a compact, fast-handling package that shines in close quarters and home-defense roles while still delivering the flat-shooting characteristics that make 5.56 so popular. The Flat Dark Earth finish over black furniture gives it a clean two-tone look, and standard AR-pattern controls and magazine compatibility mean accessories and spare mags are everywhere. For shooters who want a premium short-barreled 5.56 from a builder obsessed with detail, the E526 is an easy pick.

This firearm ships to your chosen FFL dealer for transfer. Order online from Dawson Defense, an Arizona-owned licensed dealer and importer.