In the field of defense, the name Fabrique Nationale Herstal (FNH) has been synonymous with innovation, quality and dependability for more than 100 years. FN was instrumental in the design and standardization of NATO’s 7.62x51mm and 5.56x45mm ammunition. The acceptance of military weapon designs like the M249, M240, various .50 caliber machine guns, and FAL (Light Assault Rifle) by more than 90 nations demonstrates our commitment to excellence. Today FN also manufactures the M16 assault rifle under license for the U.S. Military.
In the United States, FN is represented by two entities.
FNH USA, located in McLean, Virginia, is responsible for sales, marketing and business development with the U.S. military, government agencies, law enforcement and the commercial sector.
FN Manufacturing, located in Columbia, South Carolina, is the U.S. manufacturing arm of FN and is currently producing M16 rifles, M249 light machine guns, M240 medium machine guns, FN bolt-action rifles and FNP pistols. FNM is one of only three manufacturers designated by the U.S. Government as the domestic industry base for small arms production. Sharing design, engineering and manufacturing expertise with FN Herstal in Belgium, FNM’s reputation for quality and reliability is clearly demonstrated by the fact that 70% of the small arms used by U.S. Forces around the globe bear the FN name.
