The FN SCAR 15P is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO with a 7.5-inch hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel and a black anodized aluminum receiver. Overall length is 19.75 inches, capacity is 10+1 rounds, and weight is 5.65 lbs. The short-stroke gas piston system, non-reciprocating bolt carrier, and ambidextrous controls carry over from the full-size SCAR platform. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: FN 
• Model: SCAR 15P 
• Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Barrel Length: 7.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 19.75 inches 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds (one magazine included) 
• Weight: 5.65 lbs. 
• Finish: Black Anodized 
• Receiver Material: Aluminum 
   

Detailed Features 

• Non-reciprocating Bolt Carrier Assembly: The charging handle does not move with the bolt, allowing consistent operation across shooting positions. 
   
• Short-Stroke Gas Piston System: Reduces carbon and fouling in the action compared to direct impingement, supporting reliable cycling across ammunition types. 
   
• Hammer-Forged Barrel with Chrome Lining: 7.5-inch barrel with chrome lining for extended service life and easier cleaning. 
   
• Ambidextrous Controls: Dual charging handles and safety levers, swappable for left- or right-handed operation. 
   
• Premium Zippered Case Included: Ships with a zippered case for storage and transport.

The FN SCAR 15P in black gets the same general reception as the FDE variant -- build quality is the lead discussion point, and most owners agree the aluminum receiver and FN fit and finish justify the platform's premium positioning.

Performance is solid. The short-stroke gas piston system runs cleanly, and accuracy from a 7.5-inch barrel is about what physics allows at typical handgun distances and slightly beyond. The non-reciprocating bolt carrier is a detail shooters who handle the pistol regularly appreciate.

Weight at 5.65 lbs and the 19.75-inch OAL make this a pistol-format rifle more than a traditional handgun -- buyers who understand that going in are satisfied. Those comparing it directly to conventional handguns for carry or everyday use typically find it doesn't fit that role.

Price generates the most friction. The SCAR 15P costs substantially more than comparable 5.56 pistols, and the debate over whether that premium is justified is active. Most buyers who commit to the SCAR platform do so for its specific gas system, build quality, and brand provenance. Customization -- optics, suppressors, and accessories -- is well-supported on the platform.