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Magpul PMAG 30 AR/M4 Gen M3 Magazine 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington 30 Rounds
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SKU: WX2*0705579
Overview
Built for AR15/M4-compatible rifles, this 30-round magazine is intended for shooters who want a dependable option for range use, training, or duty-style setups. It is optimized for Colt-spec platforms and is also listed as compatible with several other rifles, including the HK 416/MR556A1/M27 IAR, British SA-80, and FN SCAR MK 16/16S. The design includes a constant-curve internal geometry, an anti-tilt self-lubricating follower, and a flared floorplate to support handling and disassembly. Its impact- and crush-resistant polymer construction, along with textured gripping surfaces and marking panels, gives it a practical, no-nonsense profile for organized gear management.
Why Hunters Choose the Magpul
30-round Capacity
For 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington AR15/M4
Optimized Colt-spec
Broader compatibility across select non
Impact Crush
Resistant polymer construction
Constant-curve Internal
Geometry supports smooth feeding
Anti-tilt, Self-lubricating
Follower for increased reliability
Key Features
- 30-round magazine for 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington AR15/M4 compatible weapons.
- Optimized for Colt-spec platforms, with compatibility for several non Colt-spec rifles.
- Impact and crush resistant polymer construction.
- Constant-curve internal geometry supports smooth feeding.
- Anti-tilt, self-lubricating follower for increased reliability.
- Ribbed gripping surface and aggressive front and rear texture for positive handling.
- Flared floorplate aids handling and disassembly while remaining pouch-friendly.
Best Used For
- AR-15 and M4 owners needing a 30-round magazine for Colt-spec platforms
- Hunters or shooters using compatible rifles such as HK 416, SA-80, or FN SCAR
- Users who want a magazine with textured handling and easy identification marking
- Shooters needing a magazine suited to double or triple pouch carry
- Those prioritizing compatibility across AR/M4-style rifles and select non Colt-spec platforms
Specifications
| Additional Compatibility | HK 416/MR556A1/M27 IAR, British SA-80, FN SCAR MK 16/16S, and others |
|---|---|
| Cartridge | 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington |
| Compatibility Notes | Slim enough for use with many double and triple pouches |
| Construction Material | Impact and crush resistant polymer |
| Floorplate | Flared floorplate |
| Follower | Anti-tilt, self-lubricating follower |
| Grip Surface | Ribbed gripping surface with aggressive front and rear texture |
| Identification Marking | Paint pen dot matrix panels on the bottom of the body |
| Insertion Stop | Over-travel insertion stop on the spine |
| Internal Geometry | Constant-curve internal geometry |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Optimized For | Colt-spec platforms |
| Platform Compatibility | AR15/M4 compatible weapons |
| Spring | USGI-spec stainless steel spring |
Pros
- 30-round capacity for 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington AR15/M4 compatible weapons
- Optimized for Colt-spec platforms with broader compatibility across select non Colt-spec rifles
- Impact and crush resistant polymer construction
- Constant-curve internal geometry supports smooth feeding
- Anti-tilt, self-lubricating follower for increased reliability
- Ribbed gripping surface and aggressive texture improve handling
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Optimized for Colt-spec platforms, so fit and function on non Colt-spec rifles can vary and should be checked against the specific firearm.
- The 30-round capacity may be subject to local laws or range restrictions, depending on where the magazine is used.
- The flared floorplate is designed to aid handling and disassembly, but it may be less convenient in some double and triple pouch setups than a more compact base design.
Suggested Comparisons
- AR-15/M4 magazines
- 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington magazines
- 30-round rifle magazines
- Magazine accessories and storage
Suggested Accessories
- Magazine pouch
- Speed loader
- Cleaning brush
- Storage case
Frequently Asked Questions
What rifles is the PMAG 30 Gen M3 intended for?
It is a 30-round magazine for AR15/M4 compatible weapons chambered in 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington. The product data says it is optimized for Colt-spec platforms and also functions with rifles such as the HK 416/MR556A1/M27 IAR, British SA-80, and FN SCAR MK 16/16S, among others.
Is this magazine compatible with non Colt-spec platforms?
Yes. The product description says the Gen M3 uses modified dimensions for wider compatibility with non Colt-spec platforms, though it is optimized for Colt-spec platforms.
What features does the Gen M3 include for handling and identification?
The listed features include a ribbed gripping surface, aggressive front and rear texture for positive handling, paint pen dot matrix panels on the bottom for identification marking, and a flared floorplate that aids handling and disassembly.
Does the product description mention any reliability-related features?
Yes. The description lists a constant-curve internal geometry for smooth feeding, an anti-tilt self-lubricating follower, and a long life USGI-spec stainless steel spring.
What materials or construction details are provided in the product data?
The data states that it has next-generation impact and crush resistant polymer construction and that it incorporates new material technology and manufacturing processes. It does not provide additional material specifications beyond that.