Description
Rossi took the dead-simple formula that made the original Brawler a hit and gave it real reach by chambering it in 5.56 NATO. This is a hammer-fired, single-action break-top pistol, so running it takes about five seconds to learn. Press the action release, drop a round in the chamber, snap it shut, cock the hammer, and squeeze. No magazines to lose, no springs to wear out, and hardly anything to clean when you get home.
What Sets the Brawler 5.56 Apart
The 9-inch alloy steel barrel wears a round profile with a 1:7 right-hand twist, so it stabilizes heavier bullets just fine. The muzzle comes threaded with a knurled protector installed, which means suppressors and muzzle devices thread right on. Up top, an aluminum Picatinny rail runs the length of the barrel, ready for a red dot or a magnified handgun scope depending on how far you plan to stretch it. The receiver is steel with a polymer overmold, and all the exposed metal gets a matte black oxide finish that shrugs off weather and rough handling.
Built for the Truck, the Trail, and the Range
At 14 inches overall and 48.5 ounces unloaded, the Brawler rides easily behind a seat or strapped to a pack without disappearing on you when it goes bang. That weight works in your favor too, soaking up recoil so a rifle cartridge out of a pistol stays plenty manageable. The rubber grip gives you a solid, tacky hold in wet or cold conditions, and the cross-bolt safety adds a simple mechanical block on top of the single-action design.
Why Pick Up a Rossi Brawler
Some guns earn their keep by doing one job without drama, and that is exactly the lane the Brawler lives in. It works as a knock-around camp companion, a compact suppressor host, or just a genuinely fun single-shot to ring steel with on the weekend. Fewer moving parts means fewer things to go wrong, and that kind of simplicity never goes out of style.
Key Specifications
- Model: Brawler
- Manufacturer Part Number: SSPB9556-BK
- UPC: 754908366903
- Caliber: .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO
- Action: Break-Action Single Shot, Single Action Only (SAO)
- Capacity: 1 Round
- Barrel Length: 9 in, Threaded with Thread Protector
- Twist Rate: 1:7 RH, 6 Grooves
- Overall Length: 14 in
- Weight: 48.5 oz (Unloaded)
- Receiver: Steel with Polymer Overmold
- Barrel Material: Alloy Steel, Matte Black Oxide Finish
- Optics Mount: Aluminum Picatinny Rail
- Grip: Rubber
- Safety: Cross-Bolt
What’s Included
- Rossi Brawler 5.56 NATO single-shot pistol
- Knurled thread protector (installed)
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rossi Brawler 5.56 suppressor ready?
Yes. The 9-inch barrel comes threaded from the factory and ships with a knurled thread protector installed. A can makes a big difference here too, since 5.56 out of a short barrel produces a serious muzzle blast.
Does the Brawler come with iron sights?
No, the rifle-caliber Brawler skips iron sights in favor of an aluminum Picatinny rail mounted along the top of the barrel. Given the reach of 5.56, most owners run a red dot or a low-power handgun scope, and the rail handles either without any extra hardware.
Can I shoot .223 Remington through the Brawler 5.56?
Yes. The chamber is cut for 5.56 NATO, which means it safely handles both 5.56 and .223 Remington ammunition. The 1:7 twist rate also stabilizes a wide range of bullet weights, including heavier match loads.
How hard does a 5.56 pistol like this kick?
Less than you would think. At 48.5 ounces unloaded, the Brawler has enough heft to soak up most of the recoil, and the rubber grip helps keep it planted. The bigger sensation is the muzzle blast from the 9-inch barrel, so good ear protection is a must.





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