Smith & Wesson Introduces New M&P15 Sport III Rifle

Here’s what Smith & Wesson have to say about the rifle:

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, announces today the release of the new M&P15 Sport III rifle.

Designed to perform under various conditions, the Smith & Wesson Sport Series is as versatile as it is reliable. Building on the proven Sport II platform, the next iteration comes equipped with enhancements to increase performance while being offered at a lower price. The Sport III is a gas-operated semi-auto MSR chambered in 5.56 NATO/223 REM, and is offered in 30+1 and 10+1 capacities. Upgrades to this platform include a 16-inch Armornite® coated barrel with a threaded muzzle, 5R rifling, and a 1:8-inch twist that allows for a wider variety of ammo to be used. The barrel, housed in a free-floating 15-inch M-LOK® handguard with a full-length Picatinny-style rail, offers more options to accessorize than previous generations. The Sport III utilizes a mid-length gas system to help mitigate felt recoil when shooting and it also ships with a 6-position adjustable stock, polymer grip, bolt forward assist, and chromed firing pin.

If you’re looking for your first rifle, or just want to expand the collection, the M&P15 Sport III is a reliable platform for a great price. The new M&P15 Sport III rifle has an MSRP of $799 and is available now at authorized dealers.

Smith & Wesson note that “the M&P SPORT III rifle is as versatile as it is reliable. Engineered for a wide variety of recreation, sport shooting, and professional applications, the new SPORT III offers more options to accessorize than the previous generations. Lightweight and rugged, the SPORT III embodies the best combination of function and form.” They add that it in addition to the Armornite finish on the barrel it has a “chromed firing pin, forward assist, and dust cover”.

Specs for the new M&P15 Sport III:

For more information on the M&P15 Sport III, visit www.smith-wesson.com.