Magpul PMAG Gen M3 Window AR/M4 5.56NATO 30 Rd Magazine

Description

The Magpul PMAG Gen M3 Window AR/M4 5.56 NATO 30‑round magazine is engineered for dependable service in demanding conditions, combining advanced materials, refined geometry, and user‑friendly features into a versatile magazine for AR‑pattern rifles. Built as a next‑generation update to the PMAG line, the Gen M3 Window holds 30 rounds of 5.56×45 NATO (.223 Rem.) and adds transparent side windows so you can instantly judge the approximate number of rounds remaining at a glance. Material and manufacturing improvements give the Gen M3 Window enhanced strength and durability to meet and exceed rigorous military performance standards. The magazine is optimized for Colt‑spec AR‑15/M4 platforms but its revised internal and external geometry also enables reliable function in a number of other systems, including HK® 416/MR556A1/M27 IAR, British SA‑80, FN® SCAR™ MK16/16S and similar weapons. Internally, the magazine retains proven features such as a long‑life USGI‑spec stainless steel spring, a four‑way anti‑tilt follower, and a constant‑curve feed path to promote smooth, consistent feeding across a wide variety of ammunition types and firing conditions.

User maintenance was a design priority: the Gen M3 Window disassembles tool‑lessly for quick cleaning and inspection, while a redesigned bolt catch notch increases bolt catch clearance and an over‑travel stop on the spine prevents over‑insertion on compatible weapons. The flared floorplate has been reworked to aid extraction and handling and to improve drop protection, yet it is slightly slimmer for better fit in tight double and triple magazine pouches. Low‑profile ribs and an aggressive front and rear texture provide positive control in wet or gloved hands, and a paint‑pen dot matrix on the bottom panel makes user marking and inventory easier. Durable dual‑side transparent windows combined with a high‑visibility indicator coil on the spring and numerical markers on the body form Magpul’s MagLevel system, allowing quick, positive verification of remaining rounds without compromising the magazine’s toughness or reliability. An included pop‑off impact/dust cover can be fitted to reduce debris intrusion and protect the top cartridge during transport or long‑term storage.

In short, the PMAG Gen M3 Window blends modern materials and practical refinements to deliver a robust, user‑centric 30‑round magazine for shooters who demand durability, visibility, and reliable performance. Rotating your carry magazines every few months helps extend their service life and ensures optimal reliability. For anyone looking to add magazines to the collection or maximize their range time, the Magpul PMAG Gen M3 Window AR/M4 5.56NATO 30Rd Magazine remain the trusted choice for performance and dependability.

FEATURES

• Next-generation impact and crush resistant polymer construction
• Modified dimensions allow for wider compatibility with non Colt-spec ‘STANAG 4179’ platforms
• Constant-curve internal geometry for smooth feeding
• Anti-tilt, self-lubricating follower for increased reliability
• Long life USGI-spec stainless steel spring, black-oxide coated (MIL-DTL-13924D)
• Anti-glare translucent MagLevel windows on both sides of the body along with a painted indicator on the spring allows for
  easy determination of rounds remaining from 1 to 30
• Over-travel insertion stop on the spine
• Ribbed gripping surface and new aggressive front and rear texture for positive magazine handling
• Paint pen dot matrix panels on the bottom of the body to allow for identification marking
• Flared floorplate aids magazine handling and disassembly yet is slim enough for use with many double and triple pouches
• Pop-off Impact/Dust Cover to minimize debris intrusion and for ammunition protection in storage and transit

SPECIFICATIONS

• Manufacturer: Magpul
• Model: PMAG Gen M3 Window 30 Round Magazine
• MPN: MAG556-BLK
• UPC: 873750007625
• Caliber: 5.56 NATO/ 223 Rem
• Capacity: 30 rounds
• Fit: AR-15,M4, HK 416/MR556A1/M27 IAR, British SA-80, FN SCAR MK 16/16S
• Construction: Polymer
• Weight: 5.1 oz
• Finish: Black

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

• Magpul PMAG Gen M3 Window AR/M4 5.56NATO 30 Rd Magazine