Bushmaster 1010017BLK QRC II 5.56 NATO 16" 11-Round M-LOK Handguard Carbine

The Bushmaster QRC II 5.56 NATO 16" 11-Round M-LOK Handguard Carbine is a modern intermediate rifle built for patrol, duty, and training environments where reliability and modularity are non-negotiable. This 5.56 NATO platform serves law enforcement, military personnel, and civilian marksmen who demand a carbine that balances manageable recoil, fast target acquisition, and field-proven accuracy. The 16-inch barrel strikes the optimal balance between velocity and portability, making this rifle equally at home in vehicle storage or close-quarters engagement scenarios.

Built on the AR platform legacy, this Bushmaster carbine features an integrated M-LOK handguard system that allows rapid mounting of tactical accessories—lights, lasers, foregrips, and bipods—without rail clutter or weight penalty. The M-LOK design reduces overall profile while maintaining full modularity; slots are positioned at optimal angles for both right- and left-handed shooters. At 8.35 pounds unloaded, the rifle remains light enough for extended carry yet substantial enough to manage 5.56 recoil impulse with minimal muzzle rise. The 11-round magazine capacity balances firepower with compact profile, ideal for confined operations or training cycles where rapid reloads are part of doctrine.

This carbine suits shooters who prioritize adaptive loadouts and accessory integration over monolithic designs. Law enforcement duty teams, military reserve units, and serious civilian trainers benefit from the Bushmaster QRC II's proven ergonomics and aftermarket ecosystem—parts compatibility with standard AR-pattern components is universal. Installation of optics requires only a flat-top upper receiver mounting system (standard to this platform), and the M-LOK handguard accepts industry-standard accessory hardware without modification. Proper sight-in, function testing, and magazine inspection are essential before deployment in any duty or defensive role.