Which type of S&W M&P15-22 to buy?

[JSD1985]

Hello everyone,

After years of shooting with pistols and revolvers, I want to buy something different. After a while of researching I decided to go for the Smith & Wesson M&P15-22. I hear a lot of good stories of this gun.

However, I really don't know which type I want to buy. There are many variations of the M&P15-22 but I don't know which is the best choice.

My first choice would be the M&P15-22 MOE - Flat Dark Earth. I really like the looks of this gun but I don't know if it's any good.

I also did see the Model M&P15-22 MOE Rifle - Magpul® Sights, Stock and Grip . But this gun is exactly the same as the Flat Dark Earth except for the finish. Is this correct?

And then there is the Model M&P15-22 Rifle (Standard) and the Model M&P15-22 - A1 Style Comp.

Which one would be the best choice if you had too choose between these four types?

And what about the attachements for the M&P15-22? Does all the attachments fit on every type of M&P15-22 gun?

I hope someone can help me with this.

Thanks!
Jeroen

 

[Kayback]

The mission drives the gear. If you are wanting any rifle to shoot at the range, anyone will do. Even the cheapest model of the 15/22.

At the base of it all the rifles are the same. It only becomes an issue when you introduce the Performance Center version to the lineup.

Any of the other models can be modified to look like the others. The A-1 style comp only needs a new stock, new sights and a new grip to be the same as the MOE ones. All in all the Magpul ad ons, if you use genuine Magpul and not PTS Magpul stuff, will set you back more than the price difference.

MOE stock- $60
MOE Grip - $20
MBUIS - $90

The price difference is $90, and the parts adds up to $170. That is full retail though. You'll be able to get them cheaper at different places, but then you'll get the 15/22 cheaper as well.

The 15/22 Standard will take all the Magpul parts, but the barrel is not threaded for the flash suppressor. You'll need to get that done, or buy an aftermarket adapter.

Honestly? If you like the look of the MOE version, go for it. There is nothing -mechanically- different about it, and the parts will be cheaper than dressing another version up yourself.

Also the rail system on the 15/22 will allow you to attach any Picatinny rail (also known as MIL-STD-1913, 1913 rail, STANAG 2324 rail and sometimes "rail") attachment as well as many Weaver rail attachments.

If you are looking at muzzle devices the MOE and the A-1 style is threaded for 1/2"x28tpi thread, which is the standard M4/M16/AR-15 thread and will allow you to attach a wide variety of muzzle devices commonly found. The Standard rifle will not allow muzzle devices without either getting it threaded, getting an adapter or getting muzzle devices designed for non threaded barrels.

KBK

 

[AR-Getsome]

All models of the 15-22 are the same,Except th PC model. MOE would be the better buy because of the upgraded furniture from Magpul,if you wanted that brand of upgrades. I own the MOE-FDE 15-22. Check the Smith&Wesson web site to compare rifles. Some have a threaded barrel with the flash supressor(compensator). Some do not, reson being state laws. The 15-22 sold in wal-mart does not have a threaded barrel, at least in the stores near me. Before you ask more questions i ask you to check the Sticky: notable threads at the top of this web page or read older posts.You will find many many answers to your questions. And if you cannot find the answers to your specific qestions. There are may nice people in the forum who will gladly answer any other questions you have.

 

[BillyJack2012]

Wish I would have waited for a MOE to show up at my LGS. I have the A1 comp and it would have been nice to have the Magpul furniture out of the box. Great rifle though no matter what you get.

 

[w0ady]

go for the moe fde if you like it, it looks cool and will perform great. do some reading on here (like the picture thread) to see what you can put on it and figure out what works for you. good luck!

 

[Zax]

The MOE or FDE are the best buy if you like the MagPul equipment. They're the same except the color and the FDE comes with rail ladder covers.

You can't go wrong with the A1 model either, they're all functionally the same.

Enjoy!

 

[Rundover]

For me the threaded barrel was my driving force and at the time was only on the MOE version. I knew you could dress up any version any way you wanted but without the threaded barrel I couldn't easily do anything at the business end. MOE was it. Today there are so many versions but the same anolagy still works. Also I think the 15-22 looks a lot better with something on the end, flash hider, muzzle brake, or suppressor.

 

[Majorlk]

Some have a threaded barrel with the flash supressor(compensator).

Just a minor nit-pick ...

A flash hider (flash supressor) is not a compensator. A flash hider and a muzzle brake/compensator are two different items.

 

[Maddmax]

Just a minor nit-pick ...

A flash hider (flash supressor) is not a compensator. A flash hider and a muzzle brake/compensator are two different items.

As for the flash hider,I've always thought they were kind of a joke and didn't hide much flash. They function better for keeping dirt,mud and other junk out of the end of the barrel. That's why I consider them a must have.

As for all the M&P 15-22's (except PC's), does any one actually shoot better than the others ? I'd like to keep iron sights mounted but would like to have a scope too. Any see through scope rings that work with-out getting the scope too high ?

 

[tracksol]

Maddmax,
The Performance Center model is supposed to be more accurate than the other models but works with less types/brands of ammunition.

JSD1985,
As has already been said, apart from the performance center model, they all function and shoot the same. The only difference is the furniture/sights and whether the muzzle is threaded or not.

If you ever plan on putting on a suppressor, I'd recommend one with a factory threaded muzzle.

I would recommend either MOE version. If you planned on getting that furniture anyway you're saving some money in the long run. If you don't like that furniture, you can sell it off and actually make money.

One thing that I haven't seen mentioned is that the lower receiver on the MOE versions has QD sockets at the rear on either side for mounting of a sling. The other versions do not.

 

[Maddmax]

The #811033 & 34 model seem to be calling my name. I'll have to check a couple LGS to see what kind of deals I can get.

 

[AR-Getsome]

Just a minor nit-pick ...

A flash hider (flash supressor) is not a compensator. A flash hider and a muzzle brake/compensator are two different items.

The A2 is a Flash hider and compensator, directing the gasses up(compensating). The older full birdcage is flash hider(Flash supressor) Not compensator has slots where there are none on the A2.Muzzle brake directs gasses back to lessen recoil.

 

[Majorlk]

As for the flash hider,I've always thought they were kind of a joke and didn't hide much flash. They function better for keeping dirt,mud and other junk out of the end of the barrel. That's why I consider them a must have.

Hard to disagree with that assessment.

 

[Majorlk]

The A2 is a Flash hider and compensator, directing the gasses up(compensating). The older full birdcage is flash hider(Flash supressor) Not compensator has slots where there are none on the A2.Muzzle brake directs gasses back to lessen recoil.

Any such compensation, negligible even on a .223/5.56, is non-existant on a .22 LR. It is essentially cosmetic and "looks cool".

 

[JSD1985]

Hi everyone. Thanks for all the usefull replies. I think I will stick with the http://smith-wessonforum.com/smith-wesson-m-p-15-22/257324-type-s-w-m-p15-22-buy.html

I think black would be a better choice than the dark earth one if I ever may replace some attachments. What's exactly the difference between a threaded barrel and a non-threaded barrel? What are the advantages?

I need to import this gun again from the U.S.A. by my weapon dealer. This gun was forbidden for a while due the cause of a shooting accident in a mall. However, these guns are allowed again since last week. It will take up to 3 months to import one.

The prices are much higher too. I will pay $ 871.08 for this gun, while the price on the Smith & Wesson website is $ 609,-.

Anyway, I think this is a perfect choice. I have a Smith & Wesson 22A pistol and the quality is really good.

 

[collectorden]

It ... "looks cool".

An essential factor for any AR add on!!

 

[Kayback]

A threaded barrel will allow you to attach various flash hiders, compensators or even suppressors onto the barrel.

It means the screw has already been cut into the barrel and you just inscrew the A-1 style flash hider on it already and you cana ttach any device threaded for 1/2"x28tpi. This is an imperial measurement of thread, meaning it is 1/2 and inch long, and has 28 threads per inch.

What country are you in and are muzzle devices legal there?

 

[DZH]

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[hkyplr]

Correct me if I am wrong but doesn't the Moe FDE version also come with a FDE Mag? Which you can't buy as of now?

 

[Kayback]

$5 spray can of FDE will fix that right up for you.

Besides, one mag? woot. If you can't buy others then you a outta luck there.....

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KBK