FN M249S Para Military Collector Series 5.56 NATO Semi-Auto Belt-Fed Rifle, 16 in Barrel, Dual-Feed
This FN M249S Para from the Military Collector Series is the semi-automatic, U.S.-made rendition of the M249/Minimi in its compact Para configuration. It combines dual-feed capability for M27 disintegrating-link belts and STANAG magazines with a cold hammer-forged Para barrel, a collapsible stock, and a stamped-steel receiver. Notable details include a full-length numbered Picatinny top cover, integral bipod, folding carry handle, and extensive FN America CAGE-coded markings.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The exterior shows minor scratches and small blemishes from light handling. The bore presents a bright, mirror-like appearance.
What's Included
- Bulldog BDT soft rifle case (black)
- FN M249S Semi-Automatic Belt-Fed Rifle operating manual
- M27 disintegrating belt links
- Polymer M249 belt box
- 1x 30-round STANAG-pattern metal magazine (brand not marked)
- Lock
The M249S Para is a gas-operated, piston-driven, closed-bolt semi-automatic rifle built on a stamped-steel receiver with riveted/welded construction. It uses a right-side reciprocating charging handle and maintains the proven layout of the Minimi family in a civilian semi-auto configuration.
Para-specific features include a cold hammer-forged barrel of approximately 16.1 inches, an integral folding bipod near the gas block, and a folding carry handle attached to the barrel shroud. The polymer perforated heat-shield handguard and Para buttstock on dual guide rods provide a compact profile with an adjustable length of pull.
The feeding system retains true dual-feed operation: M27 disintegrating-link belts and STANAG magazines. A hinged top cover with a full-length numbered Picatinny rail, feed tray, and belt-feed pawls is present, along with a belt-port dust cover. This rifle includes a polymer M249 belt box, M27 links, and one 30-round STANAG-pattern magazine.
Sighting equipment consists of iron sights with a protected front post and an adjustable rear sight using a range drum and windage knobs. U.S.-made components show extensive FN America CAGE-coded markings 'MFR 3S679' and an 'M' inspection stamp on the receiver; the Para stock rods are marked '19200 12956152 MFR 3S679'. Overall length is approximately 31.5–37 inches depending on stock position, with an unloaded weight of about 17 lb.