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FN Adds to List of State-Compliant Rifles With New Maryland FN 15s

FN America, LLC has announced the release of two new state-compliant FN 15 models for Maryland residents: the FN 15 MD Heavy Barrel Carbine and FN 15 MD Heavy Barrel Rifle.

December 6, 2017
FN Adds to List of State-Compliant Rifles With New Maryland FN 15s

FN MD 15 Heavy Barrel Carbine (Photo: FN America)

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FN America, LLC has announced the release of two new state-compliant FN 15 models for Maryland residents. The FN 15 MD Heavy Barrel Carbine and FN 15 MD Heavy Barrel Rifle meet the state of Maryland's requirements for sale with the heavy barrel profile, limited 10-round magazine capacity, and other features.

Combining rock-solid reliability with pinpoint accuracy and battle-proven durability, the FN 15 MD Heavy Barrel Carbine and Rifle are ready for the firing line. The 10-round carbine features a free-floated, 16-inch cold hammer-forged and chrome-lined heavy-profile barrel with a 12-inch M-LOK rail, low-profile gas block and PWS muzzle break. The rifle, also with 10-round capacity, features a free-floated, 20-inch hammer-forged heavy profile barrel with chrome lining, 15-inch Samson Evolution rail, low profile gas block and threaded muzzle with thread protector.

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FN MD 15 Heavy Barrel Rifle (Photo: FN America)

These new FN 15s are available at authorized distributors starting Dec. 1, 2017, and are expected to be available at retail within the month. Manufacturer's suggested retail price is $1,399 for both models.

You can learn more about the FN 15 state compliant models at www.fnamerica.com.

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