Colt EPR II & M5: Modernized 6920 and Ambi Pistols at SHOT Show 2026
Colt modernizes its legendary 6920 platform with the Enhanced Patrol Rifle II series and introduces new M4/M5 braced pistols at SHOT Show 2026. The updates bring ambidextrous controls, M-LOK rails, and Magpul Pro sights to the company's duty-grade AR lineup.
Key Takeaways
- →EPR II Series: Four new SKUs with 11.5" and 16" barrel options, free-floating M-LOK rails, and Magpul Pro metal sights ($1,449-$1,749)
- →EPR II PRO: Upgraded variant with Radian Raptor charging handle, ambidextrous mag catch, and QD end plate
- →M5 Pistol: Fully ambidextrous lower receiver with dual-sided bolt release and mag release, 11.5" barrel ($1,999)
- →M4 Pistol: Standard controls braced pistol at $1,450, same price as the EPR II rifle
EPR II: The 6920 Modernized
The Enhanced Patrol Rifle II represents Colt's answer to market demands for a modernized duty rifle. Built on the proven 6920 platform that has served law enforcement and military users for decades, the EPR II keeps the core reliability while adding contemporary features.
Colt offers four SKUs across two tiers: the standard EPR II (LE6920-EPRII, LE6933-EPRII) and the upgraded EPR II PRO (LE6920-EPRII-PRO, LE6933-EPRII-PRO). Both configurations are available with 11.5-inch or 16-inch barrels, and all variants come suppressor-ready.
EPR II Specifications
- Caliber5.56x45mm NATO
- Barrel Options11.5" / 16"
- RailFree-Float M-LOK w/ Pic Top
- SightsMagpul MBUS 3 (Std) / MBUS Pro (PRO)
- SafetyAmbidextrous Selector
- StockMagpul MOE SL
- QD Sockets2x Integrated Steel
- MSRP$1,449 - $1,749
EPR II PRO: Premium Upgrades
The PRO variant adds several meaningful upgrades over the standard EPR II. The most notable is the Radian Raptor ambidextrous charging handle, a widely respected aftermarket upgrade that Colt has integrated from the factory.
Standard EPR II Features
- Ambidextrous safety selector
- Enhanced trigger guard
- Magpul MBUS 3 folding sights
- Magpul MOE SL buttstock
- Standard charging handle
EPR II PRO Upgrades
- Radian Raptor ambi charging handle
- Ambidextrous magazine catch
- Magpul MBUS Pro metal sights
- Magpul MOE-K2 pistol grip
- QD receiver end plate
The PRO's upgrades address common first-day modifications that shooters typically make to duty rifles. The ambidextrous mag catch, combined with the already-standard ambi safety, makes the PRO truly left-hand friendly. The Magpul MBUS Pro metal sights replace the polymer MBUS 3 sights for increased durability in hard use environments.
M4 & M5 Braced Pistols
Colt expands into the braced pistol market with two new offerings: the M4 Pistol and the fully ambidextrous M5 Pistol. Both feature 11.5-inch barrels optimized for balance with a pistol brace configuration.
The M4 Pistol at $1,450 uses standard controls, making it identical in price to the EPR II rifle. The M5 Pistol at $1,999 introduces a fully ambidextrous lower receiver, a feature that sets it apart in the Colt lineup.
M5 Ambidextrous Features
- Bolt ReleaseDual-Sided
- Magazine ReleaseDual-Sided
- Safety SelectorAmbidextrous
- Barrel Length11.5"
- MSRP$1,999
The M5's ambidextrous lower allows left-handed or right-handed shooters to operate all controls with their grip hand. The 11.5-inch barrel was specifically chosen to maintain balance and prevent the pistol from being nose-heavy when equipped with a brace.
M5 Carbine: Full-Length Ambidextrous
The M5 Carbine brings the fully ambidextrous lower receiver to a 16-inch rifle configuration. This gives shooters who prefer a traditional carbine the same ambi control set found in the M5 Pistol.
M5 Carbine Specifications
- Caliber5.56x45mm NATO
- Barrel16"
- Capacity30+1
- ActionSemi-Automatic
- Lower ReceiverFully Ambidextrous
- SKUCM556-16-M5S
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What This Means
Colt's SHOT Show 2026 lineup reflects a clear strategy: modernize the legendary 6920 platform while maintaining the MIL-SPEC heritage that built the company's reputation. The EPR II addresses the most common complaints about factory Colt rifles, specifically the lack of M-LOK compatibility and limited ambidextrous controls.
The M5's fully ambidextrous lower is notable because it's not simply adding an ambi safety or mag catch, but redesigning the lower receiver with dual-sided bolt releases and magazine releases. This puts Colt in direct competition with premium ambi lowers from manufacturers like LMT and Radian.
Pricing remains competitive for the quality tier. The EPR II at $1,449 undercuts many comparable duty-grade rifles, while the PRO variant at $1,749 includes upgrades that would cost $200-300 if purchased aftermarket. The M5 Pistol at $1,999 commands a premium for its fully ambidextrous lower, but that's reasonable given the engineering involved.
All products are currently in distribution and available for purchase through authorized Colt dealers.
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