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Mossberg is offering new variations of the MMR AR-pattern carbine chambered in 5.56mm NATO/.223 Rem. Designed to serve as a multi-use modern sporting rifle, the latest MMR arrives ready for competition, hunting, recreation or home security. Weighing in at 6 lbs., 12 ozs., the rifle employs a direct-impingement gas system with a 16.25" free floated threaded barrel fitted with an A2 flash hider. Mossberg’s new 13" slim-profile aluminum handguard is configured to accept Magpul M-LOK accessories and rails. Other features include removable target sights and a Magpul MOE grip and trigger guard. The MMR is available with a six-position or fixed shoulder stock and a choice of 10- or 30-round magazines. mossberg.com
In 2024, former owner Gregg Ritz purchased Thompson/Center Arms. Now the company has introduced a modern take on its classic Contender/Encore concept: the ENCORE PROHunter.
While it's certainly a saturated marketplace these days, the AR-15 has never been more popular with American firearm enthusiasts, and many manufacturers are continuing to feed the need with new options loaded with new features.