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Description
FN M249S PARA 5.56mm NATO 16.1in Matte FDE Semi Automatic Modern Sporting Rifle - 30+1 Rounds - The FN M249S PARA, a semi-auto version of the currently contracted FN M249 PARA. The PARA was designed for airborne, armored infantry and close quarters combat (CQC) operations with a shorter barrel and collapsible buttstock. It retains all of the features of the FN M249 SAW and can be field-converted back to the standard model configuration in just 30 seconds.
Full Specifications
Overview
| Brand | Fn |
| Model | 46-100172 |
| SKU | 1741921 |
| Rifle Type | semi auto |
| Platform | AR15 |
| Caliber | 5.56 NATO |
| UPC | 0845737015107 |
Receiver
| Forward Assist | No |
| Dust Cover | No |
Handguard
| Free Float | No |
Furniture
| Stock Type | collapsible |
Muzzle
| Suppressor Ready | No |
Sights & Optics
| Optic Ready | No |
Finish
| Finish | fde |
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
Stock
collapsible
Grip
Trigger
Muzzle Device
Charging Handle
Gas Block
Gas Tube
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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