Built to perform under various conditions the M&P 15 AXE rifles are as versatile as they are reliable. Leveraging Gemtech's GVACA(R) upper the M&P 15 AXE Rifle mitigates gas blowback in the face when running suppressed. This lightweight and rugged rifle embodies the best combination of function and form.Proven Platform - Engineered for a wide variety of uses the M&P15 platform is as versatile as it is reliable.Ambidextrous Controls - The bolt release magazine catch and manual thumb safety are ready for both right-hand and left-hand users.GVACA(R) - Suppressor optimized upper that helps mitigate gas blowback in the face of the shooter when running suppressed. Pinned Low-Pro GVAC(TM) Gas Block 4140CM Steel. 14.5" 1:8" twist 5R rifled barrel w/ArmorniteA(R) finish. GemtechA(R) ETMA(R) Flash hider. GVACA(R) carbine length direct impingement gas system. 13.375" Midwest Industries Combat M-LOKA(R) Free-Float seven sided handguard. RadianA(R) Raptor(TM) charging handle. Williams folding adjustable front and rear sights. Ambidextrous controls. Flat-face trigger. MagpulA(R) CTRA(R) adjustable stock. M&PA(R) grip with four interchangeable backstraps. Ships with (one) 30-round magazines.