FN Herstal FNH Belgium FS2000 5.56 Bullpup Rifle Tactical TUNA! W/ Optic

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SOLD FOR: $4,625.00

LSB#: LSB260218TR026

Make: Fabrique Nationale Herstal Belgium

Model: FN FS2000

Serial Number: 036031

Year of Manufacture: Post 2006

Caliber: 5.56 x 45mm NATO

Action Type: Semi-Automatic, short stroke gas piston, forward ejecting, Rifle fed by detachable GI pattern magazines.

Markings: The left flank of the stock “FN HERSTAL BELGIUM FS2000 cal. 5.56 x 45 / FN USA FREDRICKSBURG VA”. The left side sight wing has the serial number. The barrel “036031”

Barrel Length: 17.4”, 19.75” with the flash hider.

Sights / Optics: This rifle has an 8″ picatinny rail hidden under the optic shroud. The optic looks like a small scope mounted to the picatinny rail. The optic is 1.6 power with a simple post with horseshoe reticle. The sight picture is clear and the light transmission is good. The optic is in Very Good condition. The iron sights were not installed to allow for use with the optic. The top of the shroud has a set of back up iron sights integrated into the top.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a Polymer thumbhole bullpup design stock, with a finger groove forend, side mounted charging handle, molded-in rear sling attachment points, rubber butt pad, and fully ambidextrous controls. The butt pad shows some very minor rub wear. The length of pull is 15″. The magazine well shows some rub wear from use. At the time of inspection I see no cracks or chips in the polymer. The polymer shows scattered lines and rub marks throughout from use. The mag well gasket is still pliable. Overall the polymer shell is in about Very Good condition.

Magazine Quantity & Condition: None.

Type of Finish: Black

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. The feed ramps are smooth and shiny showing copper and carbon fouling. The bore and flash hider show minor fouling as well. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition: The rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The visible portions of the barrel show minor oxidation and carbon fouling from use. The gas block shows some verdigris and some small spots of rust freckling. The “toilet bowl” aka the visual inspection hatch showed no rust or damaged parts. The takedown button shows some surface rust freckling as well. The magazine release functions correctly. I tested it with a GI Mag. Overall the rifle is in Good+-Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. This rifle features a unique forward ejection system, ambi controls, and a surprisingly good trigger with a very short re-set especially for a bullpup pattern rifle.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes the integrated optic and cover, serialized box showing some water damage, optic cleaning kit, H harness, cable lock with keys, and manual.

Our Assessment: The FN Herstal F2000 is a one of a kind bullpup rifle originally designed in 1995 for the military and later introduced as the FS2000 in 2006 as a civilian version. The FS2000 affectionately nicknamed the Tactical Tuna stands out due to its unique design, advanced features, and futuristic appearance. This rifle was made famous not only being used in Movies Like “The Hunger Games” and the Call of Duty first person shooter franchise but also as the primary weapon in the video game series “Splinter Cell”.

The FS2000 is chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, a common and widely available cartridge used in many modern rifles. The bullpup configuration of the FS2000 places the action and magazine behind the trigger, resulting in a shorter overall length without sacrificing barrel length. This makes the rifle more compact and maneuverable, particularly in confined spaces, while still maintaining the accuracy and ballistic performance of a full-length barrel. The FS2000 has a 17.44-inch barrel, which contributes to its effective range and accuracy. The most unique feature of the rifle is its forward ejection system that expels spent casings through a port located above the right side of the muzzle end of the barrel, preventing ejected brass from interfering with the shooter or those nearby. This design feature enhances the rifle’s usability in various shooting positions and confined environments. The FS2000 uses only STANAG or GI pattern magazines due to another unique feature, a rubber gasket that seals off the magazine well from dirt and debris. The top of the action also has what has come to be known as the “toilet bowl” a flip up lid that allows the shooter to visually inspect the sealed chamber without having to rotate the rifle.

Let’s face it the FS2000 is one of the most iconic, futuristic, and tacticool looking and functioning rifles in existence today. The bullpup design, one of a kind features, prolific use in movies and video games have made this rifle not only a top tier choice in the realm of bullpups but a living legend. After being discontinued these rifles have become rare. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to say “This is my fish gun…there are very few like it…and this fish gun is mine!!!”. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.