FN M249S 5.56mm NATO 18.5" Barrel Black Finish Semi-Automatic Rifle

FN America M249S Semi-Automatic Rifle 5.56mm NATO 18.5" Barrel Fixed Polymer Stock Matte Black Finish

The FN M249S Standard and Para, semi-automatic versions of the M249 SAW light machine gun, originally developed by FN Herstal as the FN MINIMI® and adopted by the U.S. Military in 1988. Features the signature FN cold hammerforged, chrome-lined barrel and operates from a closed bolt position. Chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, the rifle will accept both magazine and linked belt ammunition.

RECEIVER
Formed steel frame with claw extractor design
Fixed, pivoting ejector, plus side ejection of cases
Top cover integrated MIL-STD-1913 mounting rail for sighting

systems
Folding steel bipod
Folding carry handle
Flip-up feed tray cover and feed mechanism

BARREL
Quick-change barrel capability 18.5" cold hammer-forged steel
Hard chrome-plated bore and chamber
Removable heat shield

STOCK
Highly ergonomic polymer buttstock assembly with hydraulic recoil buffer system and non-slip buttplate

OPERATING CONTROLS
Crossbolt safety
Curved trigger for improved finger position and control
Redesigned trigger mechanism for semi-auto fire
Non-reciprocating charging handle

FEED SYSTEM
Standard disintegrating link belt-fed
Under-mounted polymer ammunition container helps keep ammunition cleaner for reduced wear and added reliability

Type: Rifle: Semi Automatic
Model Series: M249S
Caliber/Gauge: 5.56 NATO
Barrel Length: 18.5 in.
Minimum/Overall Length: 40.75 in.
Safety: 2 Position
Frame Finish: Matte Black
Front Sight: Adjustable Post
Rear Sight: Adjustable Peep
Grips: Pistol Grip
Weight: 29.2 lbs.
Firearm Stock: Fixed Polymer
Accessories: BIPOD
Features: Accepts Mag & Linked Ammo Belt | Ground Shipping Only | Quick Change Barrel, Bipod
Extended Length: 40.75
Finish: Black
Magazine Count: 1
Operating System: Gas Piston
Firing System: Internal Hammer
Frame Material: Aluminum
Scope Base: Picatinny Rail
Trigger Pull Average: 8.00
Barrel Configuration: Single
Barrel Description: Hammer-forged, Chrome-lined
Muzzle: Flash Hider
Threaded Barrel: Yes
Rifled Barrel: Yes