SPRINGFIELD, Mass. –-(Ammoland.com)- Smith & Wesson Corp. today announced that through a collaboration with Magpul Industries, it is introducing three new firearms to its popular M&P15 series of modern sporting rifles.
As the newest additions to the market leading M&P15 rifle platform, the M&P15 MOE SL rifles integrate Magpul’s MOE SL accessories, while delivering the performance and dependability that consumers have come to expect from Smith & Wesson.
Jan Mladek, General Manager of the Smith & Wesson and M&P Brands, said “We’ve enhanced the M&P15 Magpul Spec Series of rifles with some exciting new hardware upgrades from Magpul. The M&P15 MOE SL rifles incorporate many of the popular slim line Magpul accessories that shooters were adding to their rifles in a ready-to-shoot package, as well as a new Stealth Gray option. These additions expand Smith & Wesson’s advanced line of sporting firearms, while addressing consumer demands for exceptional performance and design.”
The new M&P15 MOE SL rifles have been enhanced to feature the latest Magpul slim line accessories, including the MOE SL Carbine Mil-Spec stock, MOE grip, and MOE SL mid-length handguard in three different color options: Black, Stealth Gray, and Flat Dark Earth.
Drake Clark, Magpul’s Senior Director Sales and Business Development, said “Magpul and Smith & Wesson have been collaborating for almost 10 years. When it came time to refresh the M&P15 line, we were excited to assist with the development. The new M&P15 MOE SL rifle has the latest SL-slim line Magpul accessories, and we know these will be popular with M&P fans.”
The M&P15 MOE SL rifles feature a mid-length gas operating system, resulting in lower recoil and the ability to make quick, accurate follow-up shots. These rifles also feature a Smith & Wesson/Magpul co-branded lower receiver, Smith & Wesson patented flash suppressor, folding Magpul MBUS rear sight, and a lightweight 5R rifled 4041-steel contoured barrel with a 1 in 8” twist rate for excellent accuracy.
M&P15 MOE SL Mid Magpul Spec Series Configurations:
- M&P15 MOE SL Mid Magpul Spec Series – Black
- SKU:11512
- M&P15 MOE SL Mid Magpul Spec Series – Stealth Gray
- SKU: 11553
- M&P15 MOE SL Mid Magpul Spec Series – Flat Dark Earth
- SKU: 11513
For more information about the new M&P15 MOE SL Mid Magpul Spec Series rifle, please visit www.smith-wesson.com.
About Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson Corp. is a U.S.-based leader in firearm manufacturing and design, delivering a broad portfolio of quality firearms, related products, and training to the U.S. consumer and law enforcement markets, as well as global military and law enforcement customers. The company’s firearm division brands include Smith & Wesson, M&P®, Performance Center and Thompson/Center Arms. For more information on Smith & Wesson, call (800) 331-0852 or log on to www.smith-wesson.com.