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FN SCAR 17S

Product Information & Specs

Seller Description For This Firearm

The FN SCAR 17S (Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle, 17S) is the civilian semi-automatic version of the military FN Mk 17 (SCAR-H "Heavy" variant). Manufactured by FN Herstal (Belgium) and imported/sold by FN America, it is a modular, gas-operated battle rifle/carbine chambered primarily in 7.62×51mm NATO (.308 Winchester).
Key Features and Design

Operating System: Short-stroke gas piston with a rotating bolt. This system runs cleaner and more reliably than direct impingement (like AR-10s), with less felt recoil and better performance when suppressed.
Modularity: Highly modular platform. Quick-change barrel system (tool-free or minimal tools), allowing swaps between different lengths/configurations. Monolithic upper receiver with extensive Picatinny rails (newer models incorporate M-LOK slots).
Stock: Side-folding and telescoping polymer stock with adjustable length of pull and cheek riser. This makes it compact for transport/storage.
Charging Handle: Early models had a reciprocating charging handle (could smack your hand). Newer NRCH (Non-Reciprocating Charging Handle) versions have ambidextrous, static handles that stay put during firing — a major improvement.
Controls: Fully ambidextrous safety, magazine release, and bolt catch.
Barrel: Cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined, free-floating with polygonal-style rifling benefits. Standard length is 16.25".
Other: Hydraulic buffer in newer generations for even softer recoil, suppressor-ready, and extremely durable construction.

Specifications (Standard 17S)

Caliber: 7.62×51mm NATO (some models/configurations also support 6.5 Creedmoor barrel swaps)
Magazine: 10- or 20-round detachable box (proprietary SCAR-H magazines)
Barrel Length: 16.25"
Overall Length: ~36" – 38.5" (stock extended)
Weight: ~8.0 – 8.9 lbs (unloaded, depending on generation and accessories)
Twist Rate: 1:12 RH (7.62); varies for other calibers (e.g., 1:8 for 6.5 CM)
Action: Semi-automatic only (civilian version)

This also comes with a Vortex 1-8 Strike Eagle, a Drago gear case, two spare mags and a Geiselle trigger.

UPC ECOM00589532
Action SEMI AUTOMATIC
Barrel Length 16" BARREL
Caliber .308 WIN/7.62MM NATO
Capacity 20 ROUNDS
Finish BLACK
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