Colt M.A.R.C. 901 Rifle Family is Born with Introduction of New Models & Family Name

Colt M.A.R.C. 901 Rifles
Colt M.A.R.C. 901 Rifles
Colt Defense
Colt Manufacturing Company

WEST HARTFORD, Conn. – -(Ammoland.com)- Colt’s Manufacturing Company, one of the world’s leading designers, developers and manufacturers of firearms, has evolved its highly popular LE901-16S modular carbine design by introducing the new M.A.R.C. 901 (modular AR carbine) product family.

This family of modular and customizable carbines features four new models:

  • LE901-16SE
  • LE901FDE-16SE
  • LE901-18SE
  • AR901-16S

“The original model LE901 is very popular with our customers, so we are happy to continue its development and introduce new additions to the family,” said Joyce Rubino, Vice President of Marketing for Colt’s Manufacturing Company.

“The new M.A.R.C. 901 models allow our customers to more easily move between various caliber and accessory configurations for target shooting, hunting or tactical purposes.”

All new “SE” models in the M.A.R.C. 901 family feature a monolithic upper receiver with a fixed rail at the 12 o’clock position and provisions to mount rails at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions. The AR901 features a flat-top upper receiver and a tubular forend, with provisions to mount rails at various positions. There are several advantages to these modular rail positions, which make the firearm more customizable and comfortable for users. The design allows shooters to position rail sections where needed for accessories such as bipods, lasers, lights, and more. With the choice to mount only necessary rail sections, users can reduce the weight and diameter of the upper receiver, making it easier to hold. The profile of the upper receiver is also smoother, with fewer sharp edges.

Three three SE models, the LE901-16SE, LE901FDE-16SE and LE901-18SE, all also feature ambidextrous operating controls for the magazine release and bolt catch, and a single-side reversible fire selector. All three of these models are designed with a free-float barrel, VLTOR buttstock and locking folding sights. Unique to the LE901FDE-16SE is the flat dark earth finish on the upper and lower receiver, along with FDE furniture. For users who prefer a longer barrel, the LE901-18SE with its 18-inch barrel is the optimal choice. The MSRPs for the three models are: LE901-16SE – $2,181; LE901FDE-16SE – $2,281; and LE901-18SE – $2,181. The LE901-16SE and LE901FDE-16SE models weigh 8.42 pounds and all models have a 1/12 RH twist.

The fifth model in the M.A.R.C. 901 family, the AR901-16S, is the perfect balance between LE901 quality and affordability. It features a free-floated barrel and user-configurable tubular handguard with rail mounting provisions beyond the standard 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock positions to include rail mounting positions on 16 different planes. The AR901-16S has a B5 Bravo buttstock and measures 34.24-inches with the stock retracted, or 37.5-inches with the stock extended. It has a 1/12 RH twist, weighs 8.24 pounds, and has an MSRP of $1,623.

Like the original model LE901-16S, all of the new LE901 models are multi-caliber, single serial number, modular rifle systems. Chambered for .308 Winchester, the innovative lower receiver and bolt carrier design allow users to easily swap the upper receiver group for any Colt Mil-Spec upper chambered for 5.56 x 45 NATO (.223 Remington). The Adapter Block Conversion Kit includes the needed parts to adapt the 5.56 x 45 NATO upper receiver assembly to the M.A.R.C. 901 lower receiver. These Adapter Block Conversion Kits will be sold separately and are available in the Colt web store for $199.99 (part number SP99415).

About Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC is one of the world’s leading designers, developers and manufacturers of firearms. The company has supplied civilian, military and law enforcement customers in the United States and throughout the world for more than 175 years. Our subsidiary, Colt Canada Corporation, is the Canadian government’s Center of Excellence for small arms and is the Canadian military’s sole supplier of the C7 rifle and C8 carbine. Colt operates its manufacturing facilities in West Hartford, Connecticut and Kitchener, Ontario. For more information on Colt and its subsidiaries, please visit www.colt.com.

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Glen Burke

I would like to purchase the LE901-18SE. Who has one in stock? These are way to hard to find!
Send me the dealer contact information who has ordered some of these
so I can purchase one(off-the-shelf) and I will have them send it to my local gun shop. I don’t mind
paying the extra money to get the model I want.

If you sell more product – Your company makes more profit! Get it together – Stay in business!
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Mark

I want to purchase a new Colt LE901FDE-16SE. Do you know anyone who has one in stock and available for sale?

Thanks,
Mark

VIP

JUST LISTED ONE ON GUNBROKER.COM
LE901FDE-16SE

Graham Dunn

I have the 901 16, when are you going to sell the 18 barrel upper for it.