The Franklin Armory CA7 is a California DOJ‑approved AR‑format pistol chambered for 5.56/.223 cartridges. It is built with a 7.5-inch stainless steel barrel finished in black nitride, a 7-inch FST M-LOK handguard and an A2 muzzle device. The firearm ships with a single detachable 10‑round magazine and is optics‑ready.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem.
- The barrel measures 7.5 inches and is described as stainless steel with a black nitride finish.
- The handguard is a 7-inch FST M-LOK design for accessory mounting.
- The firearm ships with one 10‑round detachable magazine.
- The stated capacity is 10+1.
- The muzzle device is an A2-style muzzle brake.
- The receiver is an aluminum upper and lower with a hard‑coat anodized finish.
- The listed overall weight is 5.81 lbs.
- The twist rate is 1:9.
- The grip is an A2-style black polymer with a pistol buffer tube and foam cheek pad.
Configured to meet California roster requirements, the CA7 combines compact AR ergonomics with durable materials and a purpose‑built layout for use at the range and other lawful shooting activities. Its optics‑ready top rail and M‑LOK handguard give users straightforward options for sighting and accessory setups while remaining compliant with the listed state requirements.
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