Built to perform under various conditions 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. – Featuring a forged integral trigger guard Armornite finish on the barrel chromed firing pin forward assist and dust cover. Get unmatched value with the new M&P SPORT III. – Free-Float Handguard – Able to mount a multitude of aftermarket accessories. – Mid-length Gas System – Users can expect less felt recoil when shooting. – 1:8 Twist 5R Rifled Barrel – 5R rifling profile has consistent contact with the projectile ensuring a more accurate rifle. The 1:8 twist rate change allows for more variety of ammo to be used. – width 2.5 in – length 35 in – height 8 in – weight 104.32 oz – CALIBER 5.56 NATO – SIZE RIFLE – CAPACITY 10 – ACTION GAS OPERATED – BARREL LENGTH 16 – GRIP POLYMER – OPTIC READY YES – SAFETY THUMB SAFETY – COLOR/FINISH BLACK – STATE COMPLIANCE CO HI RI VT – THREADED BARREL YES – BARREL MATERIAL 4140 CM – FRAME ALUMINUM – NUMBER OF MAGAZINES 1 – 10LB TRIGGER NO – STOCK ADJUSTABLE