Description

Springfield Saint 5.56mm Flat Dark Earth (FDE) Semi-Automatic Rifle

Overview

The Springfield Saint 5.56mm Flat Dark Earth (FDE) Semi-Automatic Rifle is a factory-built, duty-grade AR-15 platform designed for reliability and precision under field conditions. Chambered in 5.56mm NATO, this rifle features a durable FDE Cerakote finish on both the upper and lower receivers, providing corrosion resistance and reduced glare in tactical environments. Springfield Armory engineers this model with a mid-length gas system and a 16-inch CMV (Chrome Moly Vanadium) barrel with a 1:8 twist rate, optimized for stabilizing a wide range of bullet weights from 55-grain to 77-grain loads. The rifle ships with a single 30-round Magpul PMAG and a B5 Systems buttstock, maintaining compatibility with standard AR-15 accessories.

Features & Specs

This springfield saint 5.56mm flat dark earth (fde) semi-automatic rifle is built around a forged 7075 T6 aluminum receiver set. The flat dark earth finish is applied via a Mil-Spec Cerakote process, ensuring uniform coverage and scratch resistance. Key specifications include:

• Barrel: 16-inch CMV, Melonite-treated bore, 1:8 twist, M4 barrel extension with a carbine-length gas system.
• Trigger: Nickel-boron coated single-stage trigger with a factory pull weight of 5.5 to 6.5 pounds, featuring a crisp break and minimal overtravel.
• Muzzle: A2-style flash hider (1/2×28 threads) with a crush washer, compatible with standard sound suppressors and compensators.

Additional component specs include a full-length Picatinny rail on the upper receiver, a slim-profile 15-inch M-Lok free-float handguard in matching FDE, and a Hogue rubber pistol grip with finger grooves. The bolt carrier group is Carpenter 158 steel, shot-peened, and high-pressure tested (HPT) with magnetic particle inspection (MPI). The rifle weighs 6.75 pounds unloaded and measures 32.5 to 35.75 inches overall depending on stock position.

• Gas System: Mid-length (pinned low-profile gas block) for reduced recoil impulse and improved reliability with suppressed fire.
• Stock: B5 Systems Bravo collapsible buttstock with a soft rubber buttpad, QD sling mount, and a storage compartment.
• Handguard: 15-inch M-Lok aluminum handguard with a continuous top rail, heat shield, and anti-rotation tabs.

Who It’s For

The springfield saint 5.56mm flat dark earth (fde) semi-automatic rifle is intended for shooters requiring a ready-to-use carbine for defensive, training, or competition applications. Law enforcement officers, security professionals, and civilian marksmen will appreciate the factory-assembled reliability and the FDE finish for low-visibility operations. This rifle suits those who prefer a mid-length gas system for smoother cycling and reduced bolt carrier velocity, particularly when using heavier 62-grain to 77-grain ammunition. It is also appropriate for shooters who want a fully supported Picatinny and M-Lok interface for mounting optics, lights, and foregrips without aftermarket modification.

• Ideal for patrol rifles, home defense, and three-gun competitions.
• Works with standard AR-15 magazines, slings, and mounting accessories.
• FDE finish is non-reflective and matches popular gear and holster systems.

Shipping & FFL

This springfield saint 5.56mm flat dark earth (fde) semi-automatic rifle is classified as a Title I firearm under the Gun Control Act of 1968. It can only be shipped to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state of residence. After placing your order, you must provide the shipping address and contact information of your chosen FFL dealer. We will verify the FFL license and ship via a contracted common carrier with adult signature required. No shipments are made to PO boxes or residential addresses. It is your responsibility to confirm that the FFL dealer will accept transfers from out-of-state retailers and that the rifle complies with all local, state, and federal laws. Please allow 3 to 7 business days for processing and shipping after FFL verification.