Wilson Combat Ultralight Hunter
Wilson Combat · Carbine · In Production · 2023
Also known as: WC Ultralight Hunter, Wilson Combat Ultralight Hunter AR
Overview
The Wilson Combat Ultralight Hunter is a fast-handling precision AR carbine purpose-built for hunting, combining a slick-side mil-spec forged receiver set, a Smoke Composites carbon-fiber stock, and an Ultralight Hunter-profile match-grade tapered, threaded barrel. The result is a complete rifle weighing roughly seven pounds without a magazine - exceptionally light for an AR delivering Wilson Combat match accuracy. Finished in Armor-Tuff (often in exclusive camo patterns) and chambered in .300 HAM'R, 5.56mm NATO, and .300 Blackout, the Ultralight Hunter is optimized for carrying long distances in the field while remaining ready for quick, accurate shots on game.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3175 g (112.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 892 mm (35.12") |
| Barrel Length | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Direct Impingement |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 20 N (4.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 20 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 905 m/s (2969 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1640 J (1210 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 500 m (547 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 203 mm (7.99") |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Stock Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Finish | Armor Tuff |
Calibers
- 5.56x45mm NATO · primary · 5.56x45mm NATO — also known as 5.56mm NATO, 5.56x45mm, .223 Remington
- .300 AAC Blackout — also known as 300 BLK, .300 Blackout, 7.62x35mm
- .300 HAM'R — also known as 300 HAMR, 300 HAM'R, 7.62x42mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety Selector
- Features: Match Grade Barrel, Tapered Barrel, Threaded Barrel, Carbon Fiber Stock, Free Float Handguard, M Lok Rail, Mid Length Gas System, Forged Receiver, Flat Top Receiver, Picatinny Rail, Camouflage Finish
Variants
- Ultralight Hunter .300 HAM'R — Big Game
- Ultralight Hunter .300 Blackout — Suppressor Ready
Production
Production years: 2023-present
Wilson Combat builds firearms to order with extensive customization; exact production figures are not publicly disclosed.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Bill Wilson
Notes
Overall length approximately 35 1/8 inches; empty weight approximately 7 lb. Carbon-fiber Smoke Composites stock and tapered match barrel drive the weight savings. Often sold with exclusive camo Armor-Tuff finishes. Part of Wilson Combat's hunting-oriented WC-15 lineup.
Background
The Ultralight Hunter showcased how far Wilson Combat could push AR weight reduction - a sub-seven-pound match carbine - and paired it with the .300 HAM'R, Bill Wilson's own cartridge engineered to outperform 7.62x39mm and .30-30 from the AR-15 platform.