NEMO Battle-Light C.A.R. 5.56 Pistol

The NEMO Battle-Light C.A.R. Pistol is a purpose-built 5.56 close-quarters weapon developed and refined with former special operations operators. Featuring a SOCOM profile 4150 chrome moly steel 11.5 inch barrel with a 1:7 twist and a chrome-lined bore and chamber, this pistol is engineered for durability, reliability, and efficient handling. Weighing in around 6.3 pounds, the NEMO Battle-Light C.A.R. Pistol is accurate, compact, and built to perform when it matters most.

What the NEMO Battle-Light C.A.R. Pistol Is Built For

C.A.R. stands for Combat Assault Rifle, and this pistol was developed, tested, and refined alongside former SOF operators to be a purpose-built CQB tool. Every choice, from the barrel profile to the ergonomics, is aimed at reliability and control in tight spaces where speed and confidence make all the difference.

The 11.5 inch barrel keeps the package short and quick while still delivering solid 5.56 performance, and the chrome-lined bore and chamber add corrosion resistance and long service life. This is a pistol for the shooter who wants a hard-use, defensive-minded platform that has been proven, not just assembled.

Features That Set the NEMO Battle-Light C.A.R. Pistol Apart

• SOCOM profile 4150 chrome moly steel 11.5 inch barrel with a fast 1:7 twist rate
• Chrome-lined bore and chamber for corrosion resistance and extended barrel life
• H3 buffer and a tuned, ported gas system for a controlled, reliable, soft-shooting cycle
• Gas system optimized for 62 grain RRLP and 70 grain TSX ammunition
• Matched upper and lower receiver set for a precise, consistent, rattle-free fit
• 10.25 inch lightweight free-float M-LOK handguard with a full-length top Picatinny rail

Specifications Woven Into the Build

The tuned, ported gas system paired with an H3 buffer is what gives this pistol its smooth, controllable cycle, and NEMO optimized that system around 62 grain RRLP and 70 grain TSX loads for consistent function. At roughly 6.3 pounds, the whole package stays light and fast in the hands, which matters in close quarters.

The 10.25 inch free-float M-LOK handguard gives your support hand plenty of room and a full-length top rail for optics and backup sights, while the matched receiver set keeps the fit tight and the accuracy honest. It is a genuine CQB build, not a parts-bin pistol thrown together to hit a price.

Practical Use, Care, and Compatibility

As an AR-pattern 5.56 pistol, the NEMO Battle-Light C.A.R. Pistol accepts standard AR magazines, optics, and M-LOK accessories, so building it out is simple. Keep the bolt carrier group and chamber clean, run good lubricant, and pay attention to the gas system if you shoot suppressed, since a can adds back pressure and fouling.

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Developed with real operators and built for close quarters, this 5.56 pistol is ready for hard use. Like every firearm, it ships to your local licensed dealer for transfer after your background check.