Colt Canada C25 Carbine: What We Know
Short answer: The C25 is a new 5.56x45mm carbine from Colt Canada, built for the Canadian military. It is the planned successor to the C7 and C8. We found no sign of a civilian version, so it is not for sale to the public.
What has been reported
- Chambering: 5.56x45mm NATO.
- Barrel: about 13.7 inches on the standard rifle, with an 18-inch Sharpshooter version.
- Trigger: two-stage.
- Optic: a 1-6x variable optic.
- Program: it was reported as part of Canada's CMAR program, with about 30,000 rifles planned between 2026 and 2029.
These details come from defense press reports. We did not read an official Colt Canada or Canadian defense page, and weight and magazine capacity were not confirmed. Treat the numbers as press reports, not maker specs.
Can you buy one?
No. The C25 is a military contract rifle. Civilian rifles from the same family of designs, such as AR-15 pattern rifles in 5.56mm, are sold through licensed dealers. A rifle ordered online ships to a licensed dealer (FFL), where you complete the federal Form 4473 and pass a NICS check.
Frequently asked questions
Is the C25 an AR-15?
It is described as the successor to the C7 and C8, which are based on the AR-15 and M16 design family. Details of the C25 itself are limited.
Will there be a civilian C25?
Nothing we found says so. Check Colt's official announcements for any change.
General information, not legal advice. Current as of September 2026. Laws change; check the official source before you act.
