Smith & Wesson Performance Center M&P15 PC15-1 5.56 NATO Limited-Edition 20" Bull Barrel AR-15 Rifle
This limited-run Performance Center PC15-1 was built between 2008 and 2011 as Smith & Wesson’s precision-oriented take on the AR-15. A 20-inch 416 stainless bull barrel, two-stage match trigger, and free-float handguard set it apart from standard M&P15 rifles, making it an appealing choice for shooters who value accuracy and collectors seeking scarce factory Performance Center models.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Specific Condition Notes: Light scratching, scuffing, and blemishing are present on exterior surfaces.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good – intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Original Smith & Wesson factory case
- Smith & Wesson M&P15PC owner’s manual
- Rifle sling
- Two 30-round USGI-style aluminum magazines (one with orange follower, one with tan follower)
The PC15-1 features a 20-inch, 416 stainless bull barrel with a recessed crown and 1:8 right-hand twist, giving it the rigidity and consistency sought by precision shooters.
A slick-side upper receiver omits the forward assist for a cleaner profile, while the free-float YHM aluminum tube handguard eliminates contact with the barrel, helping maintain sub-MOA potential claimed by the factory.
The rifle’s two-stage Performance Center trigger breaks at a crisp 4.0 pounds, providing a predictable pull that complements the heavy barrel’s accuracy benefits.
An ACE skeletonized fixed stock with foam over-tube keeps weight centered and offers a 13.75-inch length of pull, and a Hogue rubber pistol grip adds secure control.
Hard-coat anodized 7075-T6 aluminum receivers contrast with the natural stainless barrel, creating a functional, durable finish typical of Performance Center builds and underscoring the PC15-1’s limited-edition status.