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Description
The FN 15 Guardian applies the FN battle-proven blueprint to a brand new MSR, making FN quality accessible to all home defenders and sport shooters. Proven to perform on any front, this new carbine has the critical upgrades for tack-driving accuracy, with a nitrided 16-inch CMV steel MIL-B-11595 barrel and 15-inch free-float aluminum handguard. The mid-length gas system reduces recoil impulse with a low-profile gas block impinging gas to the mil-spec bolt carrier. At 6.6 lbs., the light, fast-handling carbine includes the right upgrades for constant control. The pistol grip and magazines are in-mold stippled for superior grip, with the 6-position stock offering a tight lock up and an Mfg: Fn America
Features
Free Float|Nitride|Mil Spec
Full Specifications
Overview
| Brand | Fn America |
| Model | 36-100740 |
| SKU | 430105194 |
| Rifle Type | semi auto |
| Platform | AR15 |
| Caliber | 5.56 NATO |
| UPC | 845737016982 |
Barrel
| Barrel Finish | nitride |
Gas System
| Gas System Length | mid-length |
| Gas Block Type | low-profile |
Receiver
| Forward Assist | No |
| Dust Cover | No |
Handguard
| Handguard Material | aluminum |
| Free Float | Yes |
Furniture
| Stock Type | collapsible |
| Buffer Tube | mil-spec |
Muzzle
| Suppressor Ready | No |
Sights & Optics
| Optic Ready | No |
Finish
| Finish | black |
Compliance
| CA Compliant | No |
| Classification | Rifle |
| NFA Item | No |
What's Included (Complete Rifle)
This is a complete, ready-to-shoot firearm.
Upper Receiver
Lower Receiver
Barrel
Bolt Carrier Group
Handguard
Free Float
Stock
collapsible
Grip
Trigger
Muzzle Device
Charging Handle
Gas Block
Gas Tube
mid-length-length
Buffer Tube
Backup Iron Sights
Optic
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Belgian-origin military arms maker. FN makes M16 and M4 rifles under US military contracts, and cold hammer forged barrels that appear in many premium ARs.
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