The FN 15 Tac3 Duty carbine is engineered for consistent operational performance and user-configurable adaptability. This 5.56x45mm NATO rifle features a 16-inch cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel, manufactured from FN’s proprietary CMV steel. Each barrel undergoes proof-testing and magnetic particle inspection (MPI), ensuring structural integrity and sustained accuracy essential for a dependable rifle platform.
Configured for demanding practical application, the Tac3 Duty integrates features that optimize utility for experienced operators:
Key Features
Barrel System
- The 16-inch cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel, constructed from FN’s proprietary CMV steel, provides exceptional service life and consistent projectile velocity.
- Each barrel is proof-tested and MPI-marked for verified durability and precision.
Handguard & Accessory Interface
- An integrated 15-inch aluminum M-LOK handguard provides a robust interface for diverse accessory integration, maintaining a continuous Picatinny top rail for consistent optical alignment.
- Integrated QD sling points facilitate flexible sling attachment configurations.
Ergonomics & Controls
- A MIL-SPEC lower receiver, paired with an ambidextrous Radian charging handle and selector, ensures intuitive operation from either firing position.
- The M16-style bolt carrier group and a High-Pressure Tested (HPT) and Magnetic Particle Inspected (MPI) bolt optimize operational reliability under sustained use.
Recoil Management & Reliability
- A mid-length gas system, coupled with an H buffer, effectively mitigates felt recoil, facilitating rapid follow-up shot acquisition.
- The 6-position collapsible stock integrates QD attachment points for user-specific sling configuration and enhanced weapon manipulation.
Technical Specifications
- Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
- Barrel Length: 16 inches
- Barrel Material: Cold Hammer-Forged, Chrome-Lined CMV Steel
- Barrel Treatment: Proof-Tested, MPI-Marked
- Handguard: 15-inch Aluminum M-LOK with Continuous Picatinny Top Rail
- Sling Attachment: Integrated QD Sling Points on Handguard and Stock
- Receiver: MIL-SPEC Lower Receiver
- Charging Handle: Ambidextrous Radian
- Selector: Ambidextrous Radian
- Bolt Carrier Group: M16-Style
- Bolt: HPT/MPI
- Gas System: Mid-Length
- Buffer: H Buffer
- Stock: 6-Position Collapsible
This configuration positions the FN 15 Tac3 Duty as a robust platform for demanding training regimens or as a dependable general-purpose carbine for diverse operational requirements.
