The Bushmaster XM-15 SuperLite is a factory-optimized lightweight AR-15 with a pencil-profile 16-inch barrel, lightweight aluminum M-LOK handguard, and standard M4 furniture. The SuperLite designation indicates factory weight reduction through component selection rather than composite materials. Targets the growing market for production ARs under 6 pounds without the cost premium of boutique lightweight builders. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 5.56 NATO Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 2014, USA Weight: 5.5 oz Overall length: 32" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Sport Shooting, Hunting