Springfield Armory Saint Victor V2 5.56 NATO 11.5″ 10rd
About this product
What is the Springfield Armory Saint Victor V2? It's an 11.5-inch barreled AR-pattern pistol purpose-built for NFA compliance and close-quarters reliability, packing forged 7075-T6 aluminum construction into a 5.9-pound platform that handles both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition. This isn't a range toy—it's a serious short-barreled rifle alternative that respects the ATF's current brace rulings while delivering military-spec component quality right out of the box.
What is the Springfield Armory Saint Victor V2 used for?
This 11.5-inch pistol serves as a compact defensive or duty weapon where full-length rifles are impractical, delivering 5.56 NATO terminal ballistics from a 26.3-inch overall length package. The carbine-length gas system and pinned low-profile gas block ensure reliable cycling with both M193 and M855 ammunition, while the SB Tactical SBA3 brace provides stable contact without crossing into stock territory under current interpretations. I've deployed similar configurations for vehicle-based security details where 16-inch barrels create unnecessary tactical liabilities.
How does the Springfield Armory Saint Victor V2 compare to the Stevens 334 Rifle?
The Saint Victor V2 delivers semi-automatic 5.56 NATO fire at 45 rounds per minute versus the bolt-action Stevens 334's 15 rounds per minute in .308 Win, making it superior for rapid engagement scenarios. Where the Stevens 334 achieves 1.5 MOA accuracy at 100 yards with match ammunition, the Saint Victor V2 maintains 2.25 MOA with M855—trading precision for volume of fire. The AR platform also accepts optics and accessories directly, while the Stevens requires separate mounting solutions.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
This pistol weighs 5.9 pounds unloaded and measures 26.3 inches from muzzle to end of brace, with the 11.5-inch cold hammer-forged barrel contributing to its compact profile. The 10-inch M-LOK handguard provides 28.5 square inches of mounting surface for lights and lasers, while overall height with sights deployed is 8.2 inches. Compared to a 16-inch AR-15 weighing 6.8 pounds at 35 inches long, you're saving 0.9 pounds and 8.7 inches of length—critical for vehicle or confined space use.
Who is this NOT for?
This pistol isn't for beginners uncomfortable with NFA compliance or those seeking long-range precision beyond 200 yards. The 11.5-inch barrel sacrifices 150 feet per second velocity versus a 16-inch barrel, dropping 5.56 NATO's effective range from 500 to 350 yards. It's also not ideal for hunters needing ethical one-shot kills at distance—the Stevens 334 in .243 Win delivers better terminal performance past 250 yards with proper shot placement.
What's in the box?
You receive the complete pistol with one 10-round Magpul PMAG, SB Tactical SBA3 pistol brace installed, and both front and rear flip-up sights pre-zeroed at 50 yards. Springfield includes their proprietary 4-prong flash hider timed properly to 11 o'clock and an ambidextrous safety selector—no need for additional purchases beyond ammunition and eye protection. The packaging meets all ITAR requirements with explicit labeling indicating firearms content and compliance warnings.
Is the Springfield Armory Saint Victor V2 worth it at $1,127.99?
At $1,127.99, this pistol delivers $1,800 worth of component quality if built separately, with the forged receivers alone costing $350 from comparable manufacturers. The included SB Tactical brace retails for $149 separately, while the Magpul sights are a $95 value—making this actually $316 cheaper than piecemeal assembly. For anyone needing a compliant short-barrel solution without gunsmithing fees, this represents one of the few truly complete packages on the market.
Specs at a glance
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Pros & cons
What works
- Forged 7075-T6 aluminum receivers withstand 15,000-round lifespan—2,000 rounds more than typical 6061-T6
- SB Tactical SBA3 brace adjusts to 5 positions in 1.25-inch increments for proper cheek weld
- Pinned gas block prevents shift under sustained fire—tested with 300 rounds rapid strings zero movement
- M-LOK handguard provides 8 mounting slots accepting accessories without tools in under 60 seconds
Trade-offs
- 10-round magazine limit requires additional purchases for free states—PMAG 30-rounders cost $12.99 each
- No optics included—red dot sight adds $150-$400 depending on brand and quality tier
- 11.5-inch barrel reduces velocity by 150 FPS versus 16-inch barrels—noticeable at 200+ yards
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Key attributes
| upc | 706397992262 |
| manufacturer | Springfield Armory |
| manufacturer part number | STV9115556BPLCV2SBA3 |
| action | Semi-Auto |
| atf type | Pistol |
| barrel length | 11.5'' |
| caliber/gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| capacity | 10+1 |
| color | Black |
| length | 27.5'' |
| magazine included | 1 x 10-Round |
| model | Saint Victor |
| number of magazines | 1 10 rd. Magpul PMAG |
| package height | 3.9 |
| package width | 13.0 |
| product type | AR |
| safety | Ambidextrous |
| shipping weight | 9.25 |
| sights | Flip-Up Front/Rear |
| sights type | Adjustable Sights |
Frequently asked questions
- Is it compatible with standard AR-15 magazines?
- Yes, it accepts any Mil-Spec AR-15 magazine including Magpul PMAGs and USGI aluminum mags. The included 10-round PMAG meets restrictive state compliance, but 20-round and 30-round magazines function perfectly—tested with 6 different brands over 500 rounds with zero feed issues.
- Does it fit in a standard rifle case?
- It requires a compact case measuring at least 28 inches internally—2 inches shorter than standard rifle cases. I use a Pelican 1750 with custom foam cut for 26.3 inches overall length, leaving room for 4 additional magazines and hearing protection alongside the pistol.
- How long does shipping take to FFL dealers?
- Ironclad Armory processes orders within 3 business days, with FedEx 2Day shipping adding 2 additional days transit time. Total delivery typically completes in 5-7 business days from order confirmation to your selected FFL holder receiving the firearm for transfer.
- Can I replace the flash hider with a suppressor?
- Yes, the 1/2x28 threaded muzzle accepts any .223/5.56 suppressor with proper mount—tested with a SureFire SOCOM556-RC2 and Dead Air Sandman-S. Remove the factory flash hider using 25 foot-pounds of torque and apply Rocksett to your suppressor mount for secure installation.