Springfield Armory Hellion 5.56mm Bullpup

On first look at first glance, it appears that the Hellion appears to be a great tiny bullpup which packs advanced ballistics and a few other features into a tiny package. The Hellion comes with an ambidextrous control mechanism and a mechanism for ejecting the case that can be reversed for making use of suppressors or mounting cups to connect QD slings on every buttstock. Additionally, it has well-designed Iron sights that flip up.

It is simple to disassemble and involves only a handful of pins. The trigger group is able to slip out of the back side of the chassis.

Features

Hellion is a bullpup made of 5.56mm which offers exceptional performance and adaptability. This innovative design, which puts the action in front of the trigger, allows shooters to strike targets with the left or right shoulder. With ambidextrous controls as well as Reversible casing ejection to make this gun user-friendly as is.

The pistol grip is interchangeable shooting shooters to adjust their preferred hand position. A four-prong flash hider mitigates muzzle blast. The Picatinny rail is included in the gun in addition to numerous M-Lok accessories slots. Hellion rifles can be purchased with a variety of barrel sizes, including sixteen” models that are utilized in conjunction with suppressors.

The Hellion’s fully ambidextrous control is among the best attributes. The charging handle is able to pivot to either side, and it is locked to the wall when not in use. The bolt and the magazine releases are located bilaterally and close to each other making them easy for left-handed people to access. The case ejection system that is reversible is easy to operate, using the bolt carrier to pull out and the cam pin changed to go from right-handed to left-handed ejection.

Hellion was designed based on VHS-2 and has been proven internationally via HS Produkt. The Hellion is compliant with 922r. This means it meets the US requirements for sale. The brand new American-made Hellion features a host enhancements that simplify use, but still retaining the capabilities that made it a highly-respected weapon in military personnel of the Croatian military. The new features include a dual-position adjustable gas block with adjustments for both normal and suppressor firing, ambidextrous controls SpringfieldStore reversible case ejection and a pistol grip compatible with grips that follow the AR-15 pattern along with Bravo Manufacturing’s Gunfighter Mod 3. The Hellion is offered in several sizes of barrels. It also comes with sixteen-inch barrels that are designed for use in conjunction with a suppressor.

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The Hellion is the result of a joint venture between Springfield Armory and Croatian firearms manufacturer HS Produkt. The rifle combines the advantages of the bullpup model with ambidextrous controls and a reversible ejection mechanism to provide an effective carbine simple to operate. The barrel of this chromoly-vanadium rifle has a twist rate of 1:7 to help stabilize 5.56 NATO projectiles that are compatible with magazines. The muzzle has a threaded 1/2×28 to be used with a suppressor, and a four-prong concealer for flash is installed. In the handle of the Hellion, there are QD sockets on the front and back. There are also eyes on each side for snap hook type attachments to slings.

The ability to collapsible the stock is just one of the unique attributes that makes the Hellion unique. Shooters can adjust the stock by 5 positions within 2 inches of range. This alone is what makes the Hellion distinct from other bullpups. These are typically very stiff but have no adjustable capabilities.

Reversible bolts as well as an ejection hole are also nice features. It is possible to switch the bolt to a left-hand ejection through the removal of a pin, and changing the ejector’s door. This is a much simpler method than other multi-directional weapons and performs flawlessly every time.

The top of The Hellion has an M1913 Picatinny rail that has an iron front sight that flips up. Its front sight a post-inglobe model that has a convenient built-in dial to make elevation adjustments when sighting in. The rear is an aperture design with apertures ranging from to 400 yards, which will be sufficient to handle most battle situations. The gas block is a two-position design, with the first setting for operation without suppression while the other is intended for use with a suppression.

Performance

Hellion is a combat carbine that offers superior capabilities and adaptability within a compact, ambidextrous, and short-length form. It is equipped with a Bullpup System that places the action between the trigger and. This reduces the size of the Hellion yet does not diminish its ballistic abilities. It features a collapsible, buttstock equipped with five different length of pull positions along with cheek risers that acts as a brass deflector. Springfield additionally made the Hellion multi-directional by incorporating an ambidextrous charging handle and port for ejection of magazines that is reversible.

The Hellion is specifically designed to be used by US buyers and features 1913 Picatinny Rail that has flip-up iron sights. Also, there is QD sling connectors on either side of the buttstock. The Hellion comes with an adjustable gas block knob featuring knurled springs, which can be configured for suppressor usage. It’s possible to alter the ambidextrous ejection port and bolt, without any equipment. It allows you to discharge cases from either the right or left side.

In terms of tactile trigger control, Heckion trigger feels fantastic. Bullpups aren’t known for their triggers due how they position the trigger action, but Springfield has nailed it. It is easy to take up and a clean break with a minimal amount of overtravel.

Our tests showed that the Hellion produced three-shot groups that were consistent at 100 yards and showed good accuracy in suppressed fire. Also, it performed very well shooting from prone positions and the only notable deviation being at 300 yards. It’s amazing for a pistol length rifle. Especially when you consider that it can also be used with suppressors. It is no wonder why it was designed to be used by special forces that require a reliable weapons in extremely difficult environments.

Value

Springfield Armory imported the Hellion which was initially manufactured by HS Produkt as the VHS-2 in Croatia. The Hellion’s continuous Picatinny Rail allows versatile mounting of optics. It can also be used with AR pattern grips, such as the Bravo Company USA BCMGUNFIGHTER Mod 3 which is also included. A five-position adjustable, spring-loaded buttstock allows shooters to be more flexible, while an M-Lok compatible handguard provides accessories support. Hellion 922r Compliant, includes Magpul PMAG 30 rounds.

The Hellion is based on the bullpup rifle used in military, is designed to go beyond the limitations of comparable semi-automatic weapons and provide the best ballistic performance. With a barrel that is sixteen” or 18″ the Hellion is able to handle a suppressor without absolutely no reduction in accuracy at the lower end. It also boasts an ambidextrous control system and a reverse discharge system for the barrel, which makes it comfortable to fire with either shoulder.

The Hellion is extremely well constructed, featuring steel components with black nitride coating to avoid wear and environmental damage and polymer components which are high-strength. It is equipped with a smooth, easy-to-use movement and very controlled recoil, which makes it comfortable for long range shooting.

Hellion offers the same functionality like a much more costly gun and comes in a smaller, light pack. It’s a fantastic option for people looking for a versatile, powerful, as well as reliable gun.

FAQ

Springfield Armory, a modern manufacturing and importer of commercial firearms that has its head office at Geneseo Illinois. Springfield Armory, which is not to be mistaken with the arsenal of the United States Government by the same name (the Hellion), focuses exclusively on firearms for the civilian market. The Hellion is based on the Croatian HS Product VHS-2 Bullpup. The gun has an abundance of SpringfieldStore options to people seeking a small, reliable rifle.

The Hellion is a great illustration of what the company can do in terms of innovations in the AR-15 market. While many gunmakers attempt to look different by adding the latest color or doing small adjustments however, it’s rare for them to completely and completely revamp a model. Hellion is all of that, and much more.

The Hellion can be suppressed but it does not need registration to be registered as an SBR. The piston mechanism is responsible for this, as it reroutes less gas when firing. This keeps the gun cool and helps prevent the build-up of heat on faces of shooters.

Another thing that makes the Hellion the ideal option when you want to operate a suppressor is the fact that it’s built with an M-Lok handguard that is compatible with all standard AR-15 grip, which includes the well-known Bravo Company BCM Gunfighter Mod 3. The Hellion also has flip-up iron sights built inside the top rail. It also feeds to regular AR mags.

The Hellion’s barrel is made from chromoly vanadium and rifled with a 1:7 twist it is able to reliably stabilize any of the magazine-compatible 5.56 NATO projectiles. The muzzle of the Hellion is threaded at 1/2×28, allowing the user to connect a muzzle device or sound suppressor.