Franklin Armory CA7 CA DOJ Approved 5.56 NATO 7.5″ 10rd

The Franklin Armory CA7 is a California DOJ–approved AR-format pistol configured to meet California compliance requirements. It ships with a 7.5" barrel, an optics-ready upper, and a detachable 10-round magazine. The design pairs a compact overall length with features intended for lawful ownership and range use in restrictive jurisdictions.

Key Specifications

• The caliber is .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO.
• The barrel measures 7.5 inches.
• The handguard is a 7" FST M-LOK compatible unit.
• The rifling twist is 1:9".
• The capacity is 10 + 1 rounds.
• The action is listed as Bolt action in the provided data.
• The barrel material and finish are stainless steel with a black nitride finish.
• The receiver material and finish are aluminum upper and lower with black hardcoat anodized finish.
• The muzzle device is a A2 muzzle brake.
• The unloaded weight is 5.81 lbs.

This CA7 configuration is intended for shooters in jurisdictions requiring roster-compliant pistols while retaining the handling and accessory options familiar to AR-platform users. Its compact profile, optics-ready upper and M-LOK handguard make it suitable for controlled-range use and situations where a shorter, legal AR-format pistol is required. The CA7 emphasizes compliance-minded features without departing from common AR ergonomics and accessory compatibility where permitted.