AR15 Magpul M3 30rd Mag

AR15 Magpul M3 30rd Mag Overview

The Magpul PMAG M3 is the gold standard for AR15 magazines. This is a 30-round polymer magazine for 5.56 NATO and .223 Remington that’s been tested and proven across military, law enforcement, and civilian use worldwide. When people talk about reliable AR magazines, they’re usually talking about PMAGs.

The Gen M3 version incorporates upgraded materials and manufacturing processes that exceed military performance specifications. The constant-curve internal geometry feeds smoothly, the anti-tilt follower prevents jams, and the stainless steel spring holds up through thousands of cycles. Magpul makes these in the USA with a reputation they’ve built over two decades of making gear that works.

Specifications

Caliber: 5.56×45 NATO / .223 Remington

Capacity: 30 rounds

Material: Impact and crush resistant polymer

Follower: Four-way anti-tilt, self-lubricating

Spring: Stainless steel, USGI-spec

Compatibility: AR15/M4, HK 416, M27 IAR, FN SCAR MK 16, SA-80

Features: Over-insertion stop, dust cover included, tool-free disassembly

Color: Black

Made in: USA

What Makes the PMAG M3 Different

Anti-Tilt Follower
The four-way anti-tilt follower ensures the top round stays in position as the spring pushes it up. This eliminates the feeding issues that plague cheaper magazines where the follower can rock or tilt under spring pressure.

Constant-Curve Geometry
The internal curve of the magazine body is engineered for smooth feeding throughout the full 30-round stack. No hang-ups at the top, middle, or bottom. The design has been refined through millions of rounds of real-world testing.

Impact and Crush Resistant
The polymer construction handles drops, impacts, and pressure that would crack or deform lesser magazines. Magpul tests these in extreme heat, cold, mud, sand, and general abuse. They keep working.

Over-Insertion Stop
A stop on the spine prevents the magazine from being inserted too far, which can cause feeding issues on some platforms. The magazine seats positively and consistently every time.

Tool-Free Disassembly
The floorplate pops off without tools for easy cleaning and spring inspection. Reassembly is just as simple. No special equipment needed to maintain your magazines.

Paint Pen Matrix
The dot matrix on the bottom panel lets you mark magazines for identification. Useful when you want to track specific loads or identify magazines during training.

Compatibility

The PMAG M3 is optimized for Colt-spec AR15/M4 platforms, which covers the vast majority of AR15 rifles on the market. The Gen M3 design also works with non-Colt-spec platforms including the HK 416, MR556A1, M27 IAR, British SA-80, and FN SCAR MK 16/16S.

For builders, the PMAG M3 works with standard AR15 lowers, 80% builds, and 3D printed AR15 receivers designed for mil-spec magazines. If your lower takes standard AR magazines, this fits.

Magpul PMAG M3 FAQ