# Springfield Hellion 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Rifle, Adjustable Gas System

**Brand:** Springfield Armory
**Category:** Bullpup Rifles
**Caliber:** 5.56 NATO

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** 5.56 NATO
- **Barrel Length:** 18"
- **Capacity:** 30 rounds
- **Finish:** Melonite
- **Weight:** 8 oz
- **Overall Length:** 31.75"
- **UPC:** 706397969448
- **SKU:** UCCR41tEG

## Description

The Springfield Armory Hellion is a bullpup semi-automatic rifle chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO with an 18-inch barrel, gas piston operating system, and black finish. Capacity is 30 rounds. Weight is 8.2 lbs.

### Key Specifications
- **Caliber:** 5.56x45mm NATO
- **Action:** Gas Piston, Semi-Automatic
- **Capacity:** 30 Rounds
- **Barrel Length:** 18 inches
- **Weight:** 8.2 lbs.
- **Sights:** Flip-Up Front & Rear (Elevation and Windage Adjustable)
- **Optic Mount:** 1913 Picatinny Rail
- **Muzzle Type:** Flash Hider (four-prong)
- **Finish Color:** Black

### Detailed Features

- Short-stroke gas piston, two-position adjustable
- Five-position adjustable stock with cheek riser
- Flip-up sights, elevation-adjustable front and windage-adjustable rear
- Four-prong flash hider
- 1913 Picatinny optic rail

The 18-inch barrel is the mid-length option in the Hellion lineup, splitting the difference between the 16-inch and 20-inch variants. The four-prong flash hider is specific to this variant. The two-position gas block accommodates suppressed use.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What caliber is the Hellion?**

A: The Hellion is chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO.

**Q: Who makes the Hellion?**

A: The Hellion is made by Springfield Armory.

**Q: What type of firearm is the Hellion?**

A: It is a semi-automatic bullpup rifle with a gas piston operating system.

**Q: What is the barrel length of the Hellion?**

A: This variant has an 18-inch barrel.

**Q: How many rounds does the Hellion hold?**

A: It holds 30 rounds.

**Q: Is the Hellion optic-ready?**

A: Yes. It has a 1913 Picatinny rail for mounting optics.

**Q: Where can I buy the Hellion?**

A: Compare current vendor offers on this page.

## What Reviewers Say

*Quoted verbatim from YouTube reviews. Each link opens the video at the moment quoted.*

> I don't really consider myself a Bullpup guy I have issues with most of them but I am a gun collector and I have a lot of time behind a lot of different bullpups.
>
> — [Alabama Arsenal](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO7hdc2Rl18&t=124s)

> This trigger is clinically good it Glides into the wall and then snaps like a Jim bro shoulder who's ego lifting on the bench press.
>
> — [Colion Noir](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6jiz1tik58&t=35s)

> The majority of bullpups have bad triggers because the trigger is actually located back by the shooter's cheek and the trigger that you are pulling is actually just moving an internal Rod that activates the real trigger.
>
> — [Alabama Arsenal](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO7hdc2Rl18&t=525s)

> It is far from the worst trigger ever but it does stand out in an otherwise fantastic package.
>
> — [Alabama Arsenal](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO7hdc2Rl18&t=558s)

> I wouldn't say that it is for everyone but if you're looking for something different that doesn't sacrifice performance to be different the VHS or hellion is a very solid Choice.
>
> — [Alabama Arsenal](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO7hdc2Rl18&t=612s)

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

The Springfield Hellion with the adjustable gas system in 5.56 NATO draws the usual range of Hellion feedback, with the 18-inch barrel and four-prong flash hider occasionally noted as distinguishing details.

Reliability with standard 5.56 NATO brass is consistently positive across user reports. The adjustable gas system is mentioned as a practical feature for those running suppressors. Accuracy reports are solid for the platform.

Trigger pull is the most common point of criticism. The bullpup linkage produces a heavier pull than most users want, and experienced shooters coming from direct-mounted triggers tend to notice it most. Weight at 8.2 lbs is on the higher end for a 5.56 NATO semi-auto, which comes up in discussions about field carry.

The aesthetics of the black finish are well-received. Price, as with other Hellion variants, sits at the higher end for the bullpup segment. Users frequently compare it against the Tavor X95.

## Pricing

**15 offers available**

| Vendor | Price |
|--------|-------|
| Bereli | $1275.00 |
| Palmettostatearmory Com | $1299.99 |
| Impactguns Com | $1313.39 |
| Kygunco Com | $1325.34 |
| Shootingsurplus Com | $1325.34 |
| Grabagun Com | $1329.99 |
| Gritrsports Com | $1329.99 |
| Centerfiresystems Com | $1349.99 |
| Guns Com | $1356.99 |
| Buds Gun Shop | $1363.99 |

*...and 5 more offers*

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