CA Compliance:
California compliance
- Status: Legal to own in California.
- Configuration: Featureless, built by WBT: Kydex grip wrap, stock pinned in a fixed position, flash hider removed and replaced with a thread protector (a muzzle brake is an optional upgrade). The magazine release works normally, so reloads are the same as anywhere else.
- Magazine: Standard detachable, 10-round.
- Your options: This is the one configuration that works for this rifle; it is not offered the other way.
- Learn more: How fixed-magazine rifles work · How featureless rifles work · Why some rifles can only be built one way
About this rifle
FN America SCAR 17S NRCH is a semi-automatic rifle chambered in .308/7.62x51 with a 16.25" barrel and a 10-round capacity. Finish: Black. The California configuration for this model is described above.
Manufacturer details
The legendary FN SCAR 17S is upgraded with Non-Reciprocating Charging Handles. The new, dual charging handles enable any shooting position, grip style or optic choice, user swappable in the field. The FN SCAR 17S ensures any braced or barrier-contact position shoots flawlessly. The rugged, monolithic upper receiver with a full-length MIL-STD-1913 rail provides more space for rail-mounted accessories, and a folding buttstock fits any shooter with adjustable length of pull and cheek rest height. The FN SCAR 17S is the benchmark for accuracy and versatility from a light recoiling, piston-driven platform.
CALIBER: 7.62x51mm
OPERATION: Short-stroke gas piston
MAG CAPACITY: 10 Rd.
WEIGHT: 8.0 lb.
BARREL LENGTH: 16.25"
OVERALL LENGTH: 36" - 38.5"
TWIST RATE: 1:12 RH
PRIMARY FEATURES:
New bolt carrier assembly with NRCH enables any shooting position or optic choice, reduces felt recoil.
Short-stroke gas piston.
Monolithic receiver.
RECEIVER:
Hard-anodized monolithic aluminum.
MIL-STD 1913 accessory rails at the 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock positions.
Adjustable folding front and folding/removable rear iron sights.
BARREL:
Cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined, free-floating barrel with compensator.
STOCK:
Polymer stock.
Adjustable cheekpiece.
A2-style pistol grip.
OPERATING CONTROLS:
Dual, ambidextrous charging handles remain static under fire, user swappable left/right.
Ambidextrous safety lever and magazine release.
Enlarged trigger guard for easier access when wearing gloves.
MAGAZINE:
Steel body.
Low friction follower.
Specifications
- Brand: FN America
- Caliber: .308/7.62x51
- Action: Semi-Automatic
- Capacity: 10
- Barrel: 16.25 in
- Weight: 8 lbs
- Finish / color: Black
- California compliance: Featureless (Grip Wrap, Fixed/Pinned Stock, Flash Hider Removed)
- Manufacturer part #: 98561-2
- UPC: 845737013653
Buying from WBT Guns
- Delivery: Free pickup at our La Mesa store with no transfer fee, or shipment to any California gun store you choose. Select your FFL at checkout.
- Compliance guarantee: Every firearm leaves our shop in the configuration described on this page, function-checked by our compliance team.
- Payment: Pay in full, put 50% down with the balance due in 14 days, or finance with Credova.
- Paperwork: Firearm Safety Certificate, DROS and California's 10-day waiting period apply. We handle each step with you at pickup.
- Questions: Call (619) 667-9453 or email sales@wbtguns.com. FAQ · California Rifle Compliance Guide
WBT Guns is family-owned in La Mesa, California, and has configured firearms for California buyers since 2012.
A note on accuracy. We work hard to keep every listing correct, but specifications, images and compliance details come from many sources and can contain errors or change without notice. Images may show a configuration that is not California-legal. If a detail on this page matters to your decision, call us and we will confirm it against the actual firearm before you order. The compliance information here is general in nature and is not legal advice; California and local laws change, and the configuration described is confirmed at the time of sale. All sales are subject to applicable federal, state and local law and to the buyer's eligibility to purchase.
