Springfield Armory Adds Hellion 5.56mm Bullpup Variants

Springfield Armory is proud to announce the release of two new variants of the Hellion, offering enhanced ballistic performance with 18-inch and 20-inch barrel length options and unique features true to the original VHS-2 design.

Based on the internationally proven bullpup employed by the Croatian armed forces in demanding environments ranging from Iraq to Africa and beyond, the Springfield Armory Hellion offers American shooters a semi-automatic version of this highly capable and fully ambidextrous firearm.

While the original Hellion launched early last year featured a short 16-inch barrel designed to offer the most compact package possible, the newly released variants feature extended 18-inch and 20-inch barrels. The result is a 5.56mm that still offers the compact handling characteristics of a bullpup, but with enhanced velocity and downrange performance.

In addition, the 20-inch-barreled version of the Hellion features an overall configuration similar to that of the Croatian VHS-D2, a designated marksman version of the VHS. The 20-inch Hellion is outfitted with a distinctive ribbed forward section of barrel for enhanced cooling as well as an integrated bayonet lug.

As part of the Hellion’s development, Springfield Armory adapted the original VHS-2 design for the American market. This includes its ability to feed from AR-pattern magazines, the use of replaceable AR-pattern pistol grips, M-Lok slots in the handguard and the addition of six QD mounts. The result is a design with international roots, yet addressed to the specific needs of American shooters.

All Hellions feature a reversible ejection system that requires no additional parts or tools. Complementing this system is a set of fully ambidextrous controls, including the safety, charging handle, magazine and bolt release. A five-position collapsible buttstock, two-position adjustable gas system and integrated flip-up iron sights further add to the design’s adaptability.

“The Hellion built upon the solid foundation of the VHS-2, adapting it to the needs of American shooters,” says Steve Kramer, Springfield Armory’s Vice President of Marketing. “With these two new longer-barreled variants in 18-inch and 20-inch, shooters have the option of increased downrange performance as well as features true to the original design.”

All Hellions come with a 30-round Magpul PMAG and Bravo Company USA BCMGUNFIGHTER Mod 3 pistol grip. MSRP of the 18-inch version is $2,016, while the 20-inch version has an MSRP of $2,031.

• Hellion 18-in. 5.56mm | HL918556B | 706397969448 | MSRP: $2,016
• Hellion 20-in. 5.56mm | HL920556B | 706397969455 | MSRP $2,031

To learn more about the new Hellions, visit the following:

• Hellion 18-in. 5.56mm: https://spr-ar.com/r/5685
• Hellion 20-in. 5.56mm: https://spr-ar.com/r/5686

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