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# FN AMERICA M249S Standard 5.56 NATO 18.5" 30rd / 200rd Semi-Auto Rifle w/ Bipod | FDE

The FN America M249S is a semi-automatic 5.56x45mm NATO rifle with an 18.5-inch cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel and closed-bolt operation. Finished in FDE, it accepts magazines and linked ammunition belts and features a folding carry handle, bipod, crossbolt safety, and 1:7 twist.

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Item #

204372

Style

FNM-46-100170

UPC

845737015091

Condition

New

Manufacturer

[FN America](https://www.kygunco.com/brand/fn-america)

Model

M249S

Hand

Right Hand

Finish

FDE

Round Capacity

200

Caliber

5.56 NATO, 223 Rem

Action

Semi-Auto

Barrel Length

18.5 in

The FN M249S, a semi-automatic version of the M249 SAW light machine gun, was originally developed by FN Herstal as the FN MINIMI and adopted by the U.S. military in 1988. The rifle features the signature 18.5-inch FN cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel and operates from a closed-bolt position. Chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, the rifle will accept both magazine and linked ammunition belt. It includes folding carry handle & bipod. Shop with KYGUNCO for the best selection, competitive pricing, and exceptional customer service. Experience the difference that comes with buying from a trusted outdoor retailer with over 20 years of experience in the industry.

- Action: Semi-Auto
- Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
- Barrel Length: 18.50"
- Capacity: 30+1
- Safety: Crossbolt
- OAL: 40.75"
- Weight: 17.20 lbs
- Receiver Material: Steel
- Barrel Description: Cold Hammer Forged, Removeable Heat Shield
- Twist: 1:7"
- Barrel Length Range: 18" to 18.99"
- Weight Range: 17 lbs to 17.99 lbs
- Hand: Right
- Stock Finish Group: Brown/Tan

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