Maxim Defense MD15L 5.56 NATO | 16in FDE | MXM49735

The Maxim Defense MD15L is an AR-15 style modern sporting rifle chambered for 5.56 NATO with a 16 inch fluted barrel and a Flat Dark Earth finish. It features a free-floating slimline handguard with M-Slot/M-LOK compatibility and Magpul SL-K furniture for a lightweight, ergonomic platform. The rifle is equipped with a Blackout Defense flat 3.0 lb trigger and ships with MBUS sights and a 30-round magazine. A reliable, patrol-style carbine profile suits duty, training, and range/practical shooting applications; a Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6×24 (under $1,000) is a practical optic choice for this configuration.

Product Specifications

• The UPC is 680017497354.
• The manufacturer and part number are listed as Maxim Defense MXM49735.
• The model is identified as the MD15L.
• The caliber is .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO.
• The action is Semi-Automatic.
• The barrel measures 16 inches and is described as fluted.
• The barrel twist is 1:7″.
• The overall length is listed as 33 inches.
• The magazine capacity is 30 rounds and it accepts detachable STANAG-pattern magazines.
• The stock is a Magpul SL-K and the stock/color grouping is shown as black for the furniture.
• The handguard is an M-Rax / M-Slot compatible free-floating slimline design for M-LOK accessories.
• The trigger is a Blackout Defense flat 3.0 lb unit.
• The muzzle device is an A2 flash hider.
• The finish and metal color are listed as Flat Dark Earth / colored.
• The listed weight requires verification; see notes for conflicting values found in available data.

The MD15L combines a familiar AR ergonomics package with Maxim Defense components to offer a capable, service-oriented carbine platform. Its free-floating handguard and fluted barrel balance handling and heat dissipation while Magpul furniture and a lightweight SL-K stock help keep the system controllable. If you need a carbine that fits duty use, range training, or competition stages that favor a compact, fast-handling rifle, the MD15L presents a practical option.