MARYVILLE, TN., (7/15/2025) – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, announces today the release of the M&P15 AXE Rifle Series.
Purpose-built with modern features, the new M&P15 AXE rifles are reliable, durable, and change the game when it comes to suppressed shooting. All four models, chambered in 5.56 NATO, share a 7075 T6 Aluminum upper and lower receiver, ambidextrous controls for right- or left-handed users, a Radian® Raptor™ charging handle, Williams folding sights, and an M&P grip that ships with four interchangeable backstraps. Each AXE rifle utilizes a suppressor optimized GVAC® system upper to help minimize gas blowback when shooting suppressed and includes a Gemtech’s ETM® Flash hider installed on the muzzle. The bolt carrier group for these rifles is designed with a Carpenter 1580 steel bolt, 8620 steel carrier, and chromed firing pin for dependable ignition.
The three all-black, Armornite® finished models, ship with a Magpul® CTR® adjustable carbine stock, a Midwest Industries Combat M-LOK® free-float handguard, and come available in 16.1-inch, 14.5-inch, and 11.5-inch barrel configurations. Unique features of the Performance Center® Axe rifle model include an ambidextrous Radian safety selector, a Magpul DT Carbine stock, a HIPEFIRE® Enhanced Duty Trigger®, and the sleek Comp Gray Cerakote® finish. “The M&P15 AXE series represents the new premium MSR offering from Smith & Wesson. By pairing the GVAC upper gas system, with the trusted durability of the M&P15 platform, these high-performance rifles become the ultimate suppressor hosts. Available in a variety of configurations, users now have options out of the box, tailored to meet their needs,” said Corey Beaudreau, Product Manager, Rifles.
For more information on the Smith & Wesson M&P15 AXE series, visit www.smith-wesson.com.
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