Description
There are plenty of 5.56 pistols out there, but only one of them is a SCAR. The FN SCAR 15P takes the same piston-driven platform trusted by elite military units and shrinks it down to a 19.75 inch overall package that weighs in at just 5.65 pounds. This Flat Dark Earth version ships with one 10-round steel magazine and gives you all the character of the full-size SCAR, minus the bulk. Instead of a buffer tube out back, you get a vertical Picatinny rail with a QD sling cup, which keeps the footprint tight and gives you a solid attachment point for a single-point sling.
What Sets the SCAR 15P Apart
The heart of this pistol is FN's short-stroke gas piston system paired with an adjustable low-flash gas regulator, so it runs cleaner and cooler than direct impingement guns, especially with the shorter gas system. The redesigned bolt carrier tames felt recoil nicely for a 7.5 inch gun, and the free-floating, cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel comes threaded 1/2×28 with a three-prong flash hider already installed. That chrome lining means the bore shrugs off hard use and stays easier to clean, round after round.
Built for Either Hand, Any Position
The dual charging handles are non-reciprocating and user-swappable to either side, and since they stay put while the gun cycles, they double as hand stops so you can grip the receiver wherever it feels natural. The safety lever and magazine release are fully ambidextrous too, so lefties get the same experience as everyone else. Up top, the one-piece machined aluminum receiver wears a full-length MIL-STD-1913 rail with accessory rails at four positions, ready for your red dot, light, or laser. No sights come installed, so plan on adding an optic before your first range trip.
Bringing Home an FN SCAR 15P
FN includes a zippered soft case for low-profile transport, which is a nice touch on a pistol at this level. If you have been waiting for a SCAR that fits in a backpack, this is the one that scratches that itch without giving up the reliability the platform is known for.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 38-101245
- UPC: 845737015251
- Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO / .223 Rem
- Action: Semi-Auto, Short-Stroke Gas Piston
- Capacity: 10+1
- Barrel: 7.5" Cold Hammer-Forged, Chrome-Lined, Free-Floating
- Muzzle: 1/2×28 Threaded with 3-Prong Flash Hider
- Overall Length: 19.75"
- Weight: 5.65 lbs
- Receiver: Hard-Anodized Monolithic Aluminum, MIL-STD-1913 Rails at 4 Positions
- Rear Attachment: Vertical Picatinny Rail with QD Sling Cup
- Controls: Fully Ambidextrous Safety, Mag Release, and Dual Charging Handles
- Gas System: Adjustable Low-Flash Gas Regulator
- Sights: None, Optics Ready
- Finish/Color: Flat Dark Earth
What’s Included
- FN SCAR 15P pistol
- One 10-round steel magazine
- Zippered soft carry case
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the FN SCAR 15P come with sights or an optic?
No, this model ships without sights. The full-length MIL-STD-1913 rail on the monolithic aluminum receiver is ready for a red dot, LPVO, or backup irons, and there are accessory rails at four positions for lights and lasers. Most owners run a compact red dot on this platform given the short barrel.
Is the SCAR 15P barrel threaded for a suppressor or muzzle device?
Yes, the 7.5 inch barrel is threaded 1/2×28 and comes with a three-prong flash hider installed from the factory. The adjustable gas regulator is a big plus here too, letting you tune the gun to run reliably when you change your setup.
How is the recoil on a 5.56 pistol this short?
Surprisingly manageable. FN designed the bolt carrier specifically for the pistol-length gas system, and the short-stroke piston keeps the impulse soft and the action running clean. It shoots noticeably smoother than most direct impingement pistols in this size class.
Does the FN SCAR 15P take standard SCAR 16 magazines?
Yes, it uses the same steel-body magazines as the SCAR 16S family. This version includes one 10-round magazine with a low-friction follower, and additional factory mags are available separately.





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