LMT Defender-L 5.56, 5.56mm, 16" Barrel, 1- 30rd PMAG, Black, Rifle
- SKU: MLCDFDR
- UPC: 815415016504
- Model: Defender 2000
![LMT Defender-L 5.56, 5.56mm, 16](https://cdn33.coreware.com/cache/image-full-142979-837a2a4a061cd9dac0d3306768ffed4e.jpg "LMT Defense Defender-L 5.56mm 16" Monolithic MLC Rifle (MLCDFDR)
Affordable Excellence in LMT’s Patented Monolithic Platform The LMT Defense Defender-L brings legendary MRP performance to a more accessible price point without sacrificing quality. Featuring the patented Monolithic Rail Platform MLC upper and a mil-spec Defender lower, this 16" 5.56 rifle delivers unmatched rigidity, quick barrel changes, and battle-ready reliability for range use, home defense, training, or duty applications.
Premium Monolithic Construction and Features
MLC Monolithic Upper: One-piece forged aluminum receiver and handguard with 14.5" continuous Picatinny top rail and M-LOK compatible sides for versatile accessory mounting.
16" Chrome-Lined Barrel: 1:7 RH twist, cryogenically treated with proprietary coating for superior durability and accuracy.
Defender Lower Receiver: Mil-spec with two-stage trigger, textured ergonomic grip, M4 collapsible stock, and QD swivel end plate.
Standard Semi-Auto Bolt Carrier Group & Tactical Charging Handle: Proven reliability under hard use.
Includes: One 30-round magazine and owner’s manual.
The MRP monolithic design locks the barrel extension 360 degrees with two side bolts, allowing barrel or caliber swaps in minutes while maintaining near-zero POI shift.
Key Specifications
Model: Defender-L (MLCDFDR)
Caliber: 5.56×45 NATO
Barrel: 16" Chrome-Lined Chromoly, 1:7 RH Twist
Gas System: Mid-Length Direct Impingement
Upper: MLC Monolithic M-LOK Rail Platform
Lower: Defender Mil-Spec
Trigger: Two-Stage
Stock: M4 Collapsible
Weight: ~6.5 lbs (unloaded)
Capacity: 30 Rounds (one included)
Best Uses: Home Defense, Range, Training, Tactical, Duty
Why Choose the LMT Defender-L at Battlehawk Armory
LMT’s Defender series offers the same monolithic innovation trusted by professionals at a duty-rifle price. The MLC upper provides rock-solid optics mounting and heat dissipation while the quick-change barrel system future-proofs your investment. Built entirely in the USA to the highest standards, this rifle delivers LMT performance and longevity without the full MARS ambi premium.
Step up to monolithic excellence—Add the LMT Defense Defender-L 5.56 to your cart at Battlehawk Armory today and experience unmatched modularity and reliability. In stock and shipping fast!")
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LMT Defense Defender-L 5.56mm 16" Monolithic MLC Rifle (MLCDFDR)
Affordable Excellence in LMT’s Patented Monolithic Platform The LMT Defense Defender-L brings legendary MRP performance to a more accessible price point without sacrificing quality. Featuring the patented Monolithic Rail Platform MLC upper and a mil-spec Defender lower, this 16" 5.56 rifle delivers unmatched rigidity, quick barrel changes, and battle-ready reliability for range use, home defense, training, or duty applications.
Premium Monolithic Construction and Features
- MLC Monolithic Upper: One-piece forged aluminum receiver and handguard with 14.5" continuous Picatinny top rail and M-LOK compatible sides for versatile accessory mounting.
- 16" Chrome-Lined Barrel: 1:7 RH twist, cryogenically treated with proprietary coating for superior durability and accuracy.
- Defender Lower Receiver: Mil-spec with two-stage trigger, textured ergonomic grip, M4 collapsible stock, and QD swivel end plate.
- Standard Semi-Auto Bolt Carrier Group & Tactical Charging Handle: Proven reliability under hard use.
- Includes: One 30-round magazine and owner’s manual.
The MRP monolithic design locks the barrel extension 360 degrees with two side bolts, allowing barrel or caliber swaps in minutes while maintaining near-zero POI shift.
Key Specifications
- Model: Defender-L (MLCDFDR)
- Caliber: 5.56×45 NATO
- Barrel: 16" Chrome-Lined Chromoly, 1:7 RH Twist
- Gas System: Mid-Length Direct Impingement
- Upper: MLC Monolithic M-LOK Rail Platform
- Lower: Defender Mil-Spec
- Trigger: Two-Stage
- Stock: M4 Collapsible
- Weight: ~6.5 lbs (unloaded)
- Capacity: 30 Rounds (one included)
- Best Uses: Home Defense, Range, Training, Tactical, Duty
Why Choose the LMT Defender-L at Battlehawk Armory
LMT’s Defender series offers the same monolithic innovation trusted by professionals at a duty-rifle price. The MLC upper provides rock-solid optics mounting and heat dissipation while the quick-change barrel system future-proofs your investment. Built entirely in the USA to the highest standards, this rifle delivers LMT performance and longevity without the full MARS ambi premium.
Step up to monolithic excellence—Add the LMT Defense Defender-L 5.56 to your cart at Battlehawk Armory today and experience unmatched modularity and reliability. In stock and shipping fast!
| Manufacturer | LMT DEFENSE |
| Model | Defender 2000 |
| UPC | 815415016504 |
| SKU | MLCDFDR |
| Width | 12.0000 |
| Length | 42.0000 |
| Height | 6.0000 |
| Weight | 15.0000 |