Description
There are plenty of 7.5 inch 5.56 pistols out there, but only one of them is a SCAR. The FN SCAR 15P takes everything that made the SCAR family a favorite of special operations units and shrinks it down to a 19.75 inch overall length that weighs in at just 5.65 pounds. This model, MPN 38-101244, is the black version shipping with a single 10-round magazine, and since it feeds from standard AR-15 pattern mags, finding more is never a problem.
What Sets the SCAR 15P Apart
The heart of this pistol is FN's short-stroke gas piston system paired with an adjustable gas regulator, a combo known for running clean, staying reliable, and shooting noticeably softer than you'd expect from a gun this size. FN also redesigned the bolt carrier specifically for the pistol-length gas system, which further tames felt recoil. The dual charging handles are non-reciprocating, so they stay put while you shoot and even double as hand stops, letting you grab the handguard anywhere you like. Every control is fully ambidextrous, which lefties will appreciate right out of the box.
Built Like a SCAR Should Be
The one-piece machined aluminum upper receiver carries a full-length MIL-STD 1913 optics rail up top plus accessory rails at three more positions for lights, lasers, or whatever else your setup calls for. The free-floating 7.5 inch barrel is cold hammer-forged and chrome-lined for long service life, threaded 1/2×28 and capped with a three-prong flash hider. Out back, a vertical Picatinny rail with a QD sling cup gives you a solid attachment point for single-point sling carry.
Where the FN 15P Earns Its Keep
This is the kind of firearm that shines anywhere space is tight. It stows easily in a backpack or truck, comes up fast, and still delivers rifle-caliber performance with real accuracy thanks to that free-floated barrel and rock-solid receiver. FN even includes a zippered soft case for low-key transport. It sits at the top of its class for good reason.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: FN America
- Model: SCAR 15P
- MPN: 38-101244
- UPC: 845737015244
- Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO / .223 Rem
- Action: Semi-Auto, Short-Stroke Gas Piston
- Capacity: 10+1
- Barrel Length: 7.5", Cold Hammer-Forged, Chrome-Lined, Free-Floating
- Muzzle: 1/2×28 Threaded, 3-Prong Flash Hider
- Overall Length: 19.75"
- Weight: 5.65 lbs
- Receiver: Monolithic Hard-Anodized Aluminum, MIL-STD 1913 Rails
- Controls: Fully Ambidextrous, Non-Reciprocating Dual Charging Handles
- Grip: A2-Style Black Polymer
- Sights: None, Optics-Ready Picatinny Rail
- Finish: Black Anodized
What’s Included
- FN SCAR 15P pistol
- One 10-round magazine
- Premium zippered soft case
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the FN SCAR 15P come with sights?
No, it ships without iron sights. The monolithic aluminum upper has a full-length MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny rail up top, so most owners mount a red dot or backup irons right away. There are also accessory rails at three additional positions for lights and lasers.
What magazines does the SCAR 15P use?
It runs standard AR-15 pattern magazines, which is a big plus given how affordable and available they are. This particular model ships with one 10-round magazine, and it will accept most quality AR mags including PMAGs and aluminum GI-style mags.
Is the SCAR 15P suppressor ready?
Yes. The 7.5 inch barrel is threaded 1/2×28 under the factory three-prong flash hider, and the adjustable gas regulator has a dedicated setting that bleeds off excess pressure for suppressed fire. The short-stroke piston system also runs cleaner suppressed than a typical direct impingement gun.
How does the SCAR 15P shoot compared to a standard 7.5 inch AR pistol?
Softer than you'd expect. The redesigned bolt carrier and short-stroke piston system were tuned specifically for the pistol-length setup, and reviewers consistently note lighter felt recoil than comparable AR pistols. The non-reciprocating charging handles also stay static under fire, so you can grip the handguard wherever it feels natural.




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