The Q LLC Honey Badger is an innovative and compact firearm designed for optimal performance in suppressed and unsuppressed configurations. Originally developed as an improved replacement for the MP5-SD, the Honey Badger is chambered in .300 Blackout and built around a short-stroke gas piston system to enhance reliability and reduce recoil. Its design emphasizes lightweight, modern construction, featuring a billet aluminum receiver set and a free-floating M-LOK handguard for mounting accessories. The Honey Badger comes equipped with Q’s proprietary adjustable stock, which collapses for compact storage and extends for added stability. A 1:5 twist rate barrel ensures optimal accuracy, particularly with subsonic .300 Blackout rounds. Known for its exceptional suppression capability, thanks to a threaded muzzle compatible with Q suppressors, the Honey Badger has become a benchmark for suppressed firearm platforms. The Honey Badger is available in two primary configurations: the SBR (short-barreled rifle) variant with a 7" barrel and the pistol version, which includes a stabilizing brace in place of the stock for compliance with NFA regulations. The standard 7" barrel excels in close-quarters applications, balancing maneuverability and performance, while the pistol configuration offers greater flexibility for non-NFA users. Popular upgrades include swapping the standard Cherry Bomb muzzle device for suppressors like Q’s Trash Panda or Thunder Chicken, enhancing its effectiveness with subsonic loads. With its cutting-edge design, superb ergonomics, and exceptional versatility, the Honey Badger is widely regarded as a premier firearm for tactical use, personal defense, and sport shooting.