CZ-USA CZ Bren 2 Ms 5.56x45 8" AR Pistol, .223 Rem/5.56 NATO, Black - Model 91450

The CZ Bren 2 Ms 5.56x45 8" AR pistol brings modern ergonomics and modular design to a purpose-built platform that splits the difference between a rifle and a dedicated pistol. If you're familiar with the AR-15 layout, you'll feel right at home—CZ engineered the controls to match that familiar architecture while delivering a completely fresh design underneath. This isn't a rifle shortened; it's a clean-sheet pistol built from the ground up, and it shows in both the architecture and the handling.

The Bren 2 Ms achieves its compact profile without sacrificing durability. The aluminum receiver is purposefully trimmed, and the carbon fiber-reinforced polymer lower keeps overall weight down to 5.4 pounds—lean enough for shooters who want mobility without bulk. The 8.26-inch cold hammer-forged barrel pairs with folding adjustable sights that nest down when not needed. The stowed charging handle only rises when you need it, and it does double duty as a forward assist, keeping the top of the gun clean and snag-free.

Ambidextrous controls are standard: the safety, bolt catch, and magazine release all live in AR-familiar positions and work equally well from either side. The pistol ships with a flush rear plate that accepts standard AR-style buffer tubes, so if you plan to add an arm brace, cheek rest, or other stabilizing device, the hardware is there. For shooters considering an SBR or wanting to add a stock later, the receiver design allows that conversion path. Feeding runs through standard AR-15/M16 pattern magazines—easy logistics, wide availability, proven reliability. The stippled grip provides purchase without adding thickness.

The modular forend system means you can swap hand guard lengths to dial in the balance you want. Barrel swap capability gives future flexibility if your mission changes. This is a serious, scalable pistol for shooters who value controls that make sense and a design philosophy that doesn't sacrifice form for familiarity.

Key Features

• AR-15 style controls and magazine compatibility—second nature for platform-familiar shooters
• Lightweight aluminum receiver and carbon fiber-reinforced polymer lower at 5.4 lbs
• Cold hammer-forged 8.26-inch barrel in 5.56x45 NATO/.223 Remington
• Non-reciprocating charging handle that stays stowed until deployed; doubles as forward assist
• Ambidextrous safety, bolt catch, and magazine release
• Folding adjustable sights
• Flush rear plate with AR buffer tube provision for brace or stock installation
• Modular forend allows hand guard length customization
• Stippled grip for positive control
• 30-round AR-pattern magazine capacity

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the CZ Bren 2 Ms compatible with standard AR-15 magazines?

Yes. The 5.56x45 NATO variant uses standard AR-15/M16 pattern magazines, so you can feed it with any quality mil-spec or commercial magazine on the market. Magazine capacity is 30 rounds.

Can I add a pistol brace or stock to this gun?

The Bren 2 Ms pistol comes with a flush rear plate designed to accept AR-style buffer tubes. You can attach a pistol brace, cheek rest, or other buffer tube-mounted stabilizing device. The design also supports conversion to a full stock if you choose to register and SBR the firearm.

What's the charging handle like, and can I use it from either side?

The charging handle is non-reciprocating and stays stowed in the forward position until needed, keeping the gun sleek. It's ambidextrous—you can swap it side to side—and serves dual duty as a forward assist, eliminating a separate lever.

What comes included with the pistol?

The Bren 2 Ms ships with folding adjustable sights already installed, a flush rear plate ready for buffer tube mounting, and the charging handle in the stowed position. It does not include magazines.