--- title: "Faxon Firearms ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle" description: "Ultra-lightweight 5.56 NATO rifle with a 16\" pencil-profile barrel, carbon fiber M-LOK handguard, adjustable gas block, and slim 3-port muzzle brake." canonical_url: "https://www.kygunco.com/product/faxon-firearms-ion-x-hyperlite-5.56-nato-16-30rd" meta: author: KYGUNCO "og:description": "Ultra-lightweight 5.56 NATO rifle with a 16\" pencil-profile barrel, carbon fiber M-LOK handguard, adjustable gas block, and slim 3-port muzzle brake." "og:image": "https://cdn.kygunco.com/assets/products/269387/thumbnail.jpg?v=1731505649" "og:image:height": "500" "og:image:width": "500" "og:title": "Faxon Firearms ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.kygunco.com/llms.txt) [Home](https://www.kygunco.com/) / [Shooting](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting) / [Guns](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns) / [Rifles](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns/rifles) / [Semi-Auto](https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns/rifles/semi-auto) / FXN-FX5516X ![Main product image](https://static.kygunco.com/cdn-cgi/image/f=auto,w=600/assets/products/269387/main.jpg?v=1731505649) For illustration purposes only, this image may not be an exact representation of the product. # FAXON FIREARMS ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 NATO 16" 30rd The Faxon ION-X Hyperlite is an ultra-lightweight 5.56 NATO rifle featuring a 16" pencil-profile barrel, slim 3-port muzzle brake, carbon fiber M-LOK handguard, adjustable gas block, and Faxon Gunner Lightweight M16 bolt carrier group. It is made in-house and backed by Faxon's Lifetime Guarantee. $1,500.80 ** 5 interest-free payments of **$300.16** with ![Sezzle logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/sezzle.svg) ** ![Credova logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/credova.svg) As low as **$183.87**/month with ![Credova text logo](https://www.kygunco.com/brands/credova-text.svg) ** Online In Store ** Free Shipping Enjoy delivery to the Lower 48 States at no cost. ** Ships To FFL Dealer Fulfilled by a partner warehouse. ** Partner Fulfilled ** Check Local Restrictions Not sure whether this item can be shipped to your area? Enter your ZIP code for a quick check. Almost gone. Order now before it sells out. Item # 269387 Style FXN-FX5516X UPC 816341027442 Condition New Manufacturer [Faxon Firearms](https://www.kygunco.com/brand/faxon-firearms) Model ION-X Hyperlite Round Capacity 30 Caliber 5.56 NATO Weight 15 lb Action Semi-Auto Barrel Length 16 in The Faxon ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle is a high-performance rifle that's built to meet the needs of today's competitive shooters and firearm enthusiasts. This rifle is designed to be ultra-lightweight and easy to handle, making it ideal for long-range shooting and precision target practice. One of the standout features of the Faxon ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle is the incredibly lightweight nature of the rifle. This rifle features one of their 16" 5.56 NATO pencil profile barrels and one of their slim 3-port muzzle brakes. The slim profile of the muzzle brake allows you to remove the gas block and or barrel nut without removing the muzzle device. In addition to its lightweight and accurate barrel, the Faxon ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle features a number of other high-performance components. It comes equipped with a Faxon Gunner Lightweight M16 Bolt Carrier Group, Carbon Fiber M-LOK Handguard, and an adjustable gas block, among other features. But what really sets the Faxon ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle apart is its exceptional quality and attention to detail. Made in-house at Faxon's Greater Cincinnati, Ohio facility, this rifle is crafted from top-quality materials and machined to exacting standards. It's designed to deliver superior performance and longevity, making it an excellent investment for any serious shooter. And like all Faxon products, the ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle is backed by Faxon's Lifetime Guarantee. This guarantee covers any defects in materials or workmanship for the life of the product, giving you peace of mind and protecting your investment. Overall, the Faxon ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle is an exceptional choice for anyone looking for a high-performance, ultra-lightweight rifle. With its Pencil Profile Barrel, superior quality components, and lifetime guarantee, the Faxon ION Ultralight 5.56 Rifle is an excellent investment for any serious shooter. **Shop with KYGUNCO for the best selection, competitive pricing, and exceptional customer service. Experience the difference that comes with buying from a trusted outdoor retailer with over 20 years of experience in the industry.** ** WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to [www.p65warnings.ca.gov](https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov). 0.0 ** ** ** ** ** 0 reviews ** ** ** ** ** 0 ** ** ** ** ** 0 ** ** ** ** ** 0 ** ** ** ** ** 0 ** ** ** ** ** 0 ## Don't Forget Your Ammo ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#website","@type":"WebSite","description":"Shop KYGUNCO for firearms, ammo, accessories, parts, and outdoor gear at low prices with fast, easy nationwide shipping.","name":"KYGUNCO","url":"https://www.kygunco.com/","publisher":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#/schema/organization/kygunco"}},{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/faxon-firearms-ion-x-hyperlite-5.56-nato-16-30rd#webpage","@type":"WebPage","description":"Ultra-lightweight 5.56 NATO rifle with a 16\" pencil-profile barrel, carbon fiber M-LOK handguard, adjustable gas block, and slim 3-port muzzle brake.","name":"Faxon Firearms ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle","url":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/faxon-firearms-ion-x-hyperlite-5.56-nato-16-30rd","about":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/faxon-firearms-ion-x-hyperlite-5.56-nato-16-30rd#/schema//kygunco"},"breadcrumb":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/faxon-firearms-ion-x-hyperlite-5.56-nato-16-30rd#breadcrumb"},"isPartOf":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#website"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https://www.kygunco.com/product/faxon-firearms-ion-x-hyperlite-5.56-nato-16-30rd"]}]},{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#/schema/organization/kygunco","alternateName":"Kentucky Gun Company","currenciesAccepted":"USD","description":"Shop KYGUNCO for firearms, ammo, gun parts, optics, shooting accessories, and outdoor gear with online ordering and shipping options across the U.S.","email":"info@kygunco.com","foundingDate":"1946-01-01","hasMap":"https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?q=place_id:ChIJfwecWCBSaIgRguIjuoPha40","logo":"https://www.kygunco.com/logos/kygunco.svg","name":"KYGUNCO","priceRange":"$$","telephone":"+1-502-348-3594","url":"https://www.kygunco.com","@type":["Organization","LocalBusiness"],"address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"401 Glenwood Drive","addressLocality":"Bardstown","addressRegion":"KY","postalCode":"40004","addressCountry":"US"},"contactPoint":{"@type":"ContactPoint","contactType":"Customer Service","telephone":"+1-502-348-3594","email":"info@kygunco.com","availableLanguage":"English","hoursAvailable":{"@type":"OpeningHoursSpecification","dayOfWeek":["https://schema.org/Monday","https://schema.org/Tuesday","https://schema.org/Wednesday","https://schema.org/Thursday","https://schema.org/Friday"],"opens":"09:00","closes":"17:00"}},"geo":{"@type":"GeoCoordinates","latitude":37.8032518,"longitude":-85.4252895},"hasMerchantReturnPolicy":{"@type":"MerchantReturnPolicy","name":"Standard Return Policy","inStoreReturnsOffered":true,"merchantReturnDays":30,"returnPolicyCategory":"https://schema.org/MerchantReturnFiniteReturnWindow","returnMethod":["https://schema.org/ReturnByMail","https://schema.org/ReturnInStore"],"returnFees":"https://schema.org/FreeReturn","refundType":["https://schema.org/ExchangeRefund","https://schema.org/FullRefund","https://schema.org/StoreCreditRefund"],"applicableCountry":"US"},"hasOfferCatalog":{"@type":"OfferCatalog","name":"KYGUNCO Catalog","url":"https://www.kygunco.com/search"},"image":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#/schema/image/1"},"knowsAbout":["Firearms sales and transfers","FFL dealers and compliance","Optics and accessories","Outdoor and hunting equipment"],"openingHoursSpecification":[{"@type":"OpeningHoursSpecification","dayOfWeek":["https://schema.org/Monday","https://schema.org/Tuesday","https://schema.org/Wednesday","https://schema.org/Thursday","https://schema.org/Friday","https://schema.org/Saturday"],"opens":"09:00","closes":"18:00"}],"paymentAccepted":["Credit Card","Credova","Sezzle"],"sameAs":["https://x.com/kygunco","https://www.facebook.com/kentuckygunco","https://www.instagram.com/kygunco","https://www.youtube.com/@thekentuckygunco","https://rumble.com/c/KYGUNCO"]},{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/faxon-firearms-ion-x-hyperlite-5.56-nato-16-30rd#product","@type":"Product","description":"Ultra-lightweight 5.56 NATO rifle with a 16\" pencil-profile barrel, carbon fiber M-LOK handguard, adjustable gas block, and slim 3-port muzzle brake.","gtin":"816341027442","mpn":"FX5516X","name":"Faxon Firearms ION-X Hyperlite 5.56 Rifle","sku":"269387","additionalProperty":[{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"Model","value":"ION-X Hyperlite"},{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"Round Capacity","value":"30"},{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"Caliber","value":"5.56 NATO"},{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"Action","value":"Semi-Auto"},{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"Barrel Length","value":"16 in"}],"brand":{"@type":"Brand","name":"Faxon Firearms"},"image":["https://cdn.kygunco.com/assets/products/269387/thumbnail.jpg?v=1731505649"],"mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/faxon-firearms-ion-x-hyperlite-5.56-nato-16-30rd#webpage"},"offers":{"@type":"Offer","availability":"https://schema.org/InStock","price":1500.8,"priceCurrency":"USD","url":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/faxon-firearms-ion-x-hyperlite-5.56-nato-16-30rd","itemCondition":"https://schema.org/NewCondition","priceValidUntil":"2027-12-30T00:00:00.000Z"},"weight":{"@type":"Mass","value":"15 lb"}},{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/product/faxon-firearms-ion-x-hyperlite-5.56-nato-16-30rd#breadcrumb","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","name":"Home","item":"https://www.kygunco.com","position":1},{"@type":"ListItem","name":"Shooting","item":"https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting","position":2},{"@type":"ListItem","name":"Guns","item":"https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns","position":3},{"@type":"ListItem","name":"Rifles","item":"https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns/rifles","position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","name":"Semi-Auto","item":"https://www.kygunco.com/category/shooting/guns/rifles/semi-auto","position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","name":"FXN-FX5516X","position":6}]},{"@id":"https://www.kygunco.com/#/schema/image/1","@type":"ImageObject","contentUrl":"https://cdn.kygunco.com/assets/backdrops/facade.jpg","inLanguage":"en","url":"https://cdn.kygunco.com/assets/backdrops/facade.jpg"}]} ``` ## Sitemap See the full [sitemap](https://www.kygunco.com/sitemap.md) for all pages.