Franklin Armory CA7 AR Pistol | 5.56 NATO | 7.5″

The Franklin Armory CA7 is the company’s California DOJ–approved AR-style pistol built to provide a legal, compact AR-platform option in restrictive jurisdictions. It features a 7.5-inch barrel, optics-ready top, an FST M-LOK handguard, and a detachable 10-round magazine designed to meet California compliance. For an optic under $1,000 that pairs well with the CA7’s compact range-oriented sight radius, consider a 1–6x low-power variable like the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x for quick target acquisition and versatile engagement distances.

Applications: range training and competition-style target shooting.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Franklin Armory.
• The model is listed as CA7.
• The manufacturer’s part number is 00-30018-BLK.
• The UPC is 818725011955.
• The caliber is listed as .223 REM / 5.56 NATO.
• The barrel measures 7.50 inches.
• The barrel material is stainless steel.
• The barrel finish is black nitride.
• The handguard is a 7″ FST™ M-LOK unit.
• The twist rate is 1:9.
• The sights are optic ready.
• The magazine capacity is 10 + 1 and it ships with a detachable 10-round magazine (California-compliant configuration).
• The muzzle device is an A2 muzzle brake.
• The receiver material is aluminum upper and lower.
• The unloaded weight is listed as 5.81 lbs.

This CA7 balances a compact footprint with AR ergonomics and modern accessory compatibility. The optics-ready upper and M-LOK handguard make it straightforward to fit a low-power variable or red-dot and configure for precision at short to moderate distances. The package emphasizes California-compliant features while preserving the familiar controls and handling that experienced shooters expect.

Franklin Armory’s leadership has called the CA7 historic for being an AR-platform pistol approved on the California roster that accepts a detachable 10-round magazine.

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