Windham Weaponry SCR Superlight Rifle 5.56 16 in. Black 10 rd. RH CA Compliant

The Windham Weaponry SCR Superlight Rifle 5.56 16 in. Black 10 rd. RH CA Compliant is a purpose-built competition and range rifle designed for shooters who need a lightweight, California-legal platform without sacrificing accuracy or reliability. With a chrome-moly vanadium steel barrel and free-float M-LOK rail, this rig delivers consistent sub-MOA performance out of the box. At $816.32, it’s a serious value for precision enthusiasts who want a factory-built rifle that’s ready for action.

Manufacturer	Windham Weaponry
Model	SCR Superlight
Material	7075 T6 aircraft-grade aluminum receiver, chrome-moly vanadium steel barrel (per manufacturer specs)
Compatibility	5.56 NATO / .223 Remington, accepts standard AR-15 magazines (10-round included)
Finish	Black anodized receiver, black oxide barrel
Weight	5.9 lbs (per manufacturer specs)
Condition	New

Key Features

• 16″ Superlight Barrel, Chrome-Moly Vanadium Steel — WHY IT MATTERS: The thinner profile cuts weight to 5.9 lbs while the vanadium steel retains stiffness for consistent shot-to-shot accuracy, even during rapid fire strings.
• 13″ Windham Weaponry Free-Float M-LOK Rail — WHY IT MATTERS: Free-floating the barrel eliminates pressure points that throw off POI, and the M-LOK slots let you mount a bipod or laser without adding bulk.
• Mission First Tactical Minimalist Collapsible Stock & Engage Pistol Grip — WHY IT MATTERS: The adjustable stock gives you a custom length of pull for prone or barricade work, and the ergonomic grip keeps your wrist at a natural angle for faster follow-ups.
• Kriss Polymer Flip Sights (Front & Rear) — WHY IT MATTERS: These low-profile backups co-witness with most red dots and fold flat when not needed, so they won’t snag on gear or range bags.
• CA Compliant with 10-Round Magazine — WHY IT MATTERS: Ships with a fixed 10-round mag and a fin grip or featureless stock (depending on configuration), so it’s legal for California competition shooters and range use right out of the box.

Who It’s For

This rifle is built for the California competition shooter who wants a lightweight, feature-rich platform for 3-Gun, tactical matches, or high-volume range drills. It’s also ideal for precision enthusiasts who need a sub-6-pound rifle that still holds tight groups at 100-300 yards. If you’re a reloader or handloader, the chrome-moly barrel handles hot 5.56 loads without issue.

Pros / Cons

• Pro: Sub-6-pound weight makes it easy to carry through multi-stage matches or all-day classes.
• Pro: Free-float rail and quality barrel deliver accuracy that rivals custom builds at half the price.
• Con: The 10-round magazine is limiting for non-CA shooters or high-round-count stages—plan to swap mags more often.

Comparison

Feature	Windham Weaponry SCR Superlight	Zev Technologies OZ9C	Agency Arms ACR
Caliber	5.56 NATO	9mm	5.56 NATO
Weight	5.9 lbs	6.2 lbs	6.5 lbs
Barrel Material	Chrome-moly vanadium steel	416R stainless steel	Chrome-moly vanadium steel
Rail Length	13″ M-LOK	4.5″ M-LOK	15″ M-LOK
Price	$816.32	$2,100+	$1,800+
CA Compliant	Yes (10-round)	No	No

The Windham Weaponry SCR Superlight beats the Zev OZ9C and Agency ACR on weight and price, but both competitors offer tighter slide-to-frame fit for pistol-caliber shooters. For a 5.56 rifle, the Windham is the clear value winner.

FAQ

Is this rifle California-compliant out of the box?

Yes. It ships with a 10-round magazine and a fixed stock or fin grip (depending on model variant) to meet CA laws. It does not accept standard-capacity magazines without modification.

What optics does the rail accept?

The 13″ free-float M-LOK rail accepts any M-LOK accessory. The upper receiver has a flat top with a Picatinny rail for mounting red dots, LPVOs, or magnified optics. The Kriss flip sights co-witness with most red dots.

Can I use this rifle for 3-Gun competition?

Absolutely. The lightweight barrel and free-float rail make it fast on transitions, and the adjustable stock helps with positional shooting. Just note the 10-round mag may slow you down on high-round-count stages—practice reloads.

What is the twist rate on the barrel?

Per Windham Weaponry specs, the 16″ barrel has a 1:9 twist rate, ideal for 55-62 grain bullets. It stabilizes lighter varmint rounds well but may struggle with 77-grain match loads.

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Last updated: April 2026

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