FN 503
| FN 503 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Designed | c. 2019 |
| Manufacturer | FN America |
| Unit cost | $549 (MSRP) |
| Produced | 2020–2023 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 21 oz (600 g) |
| Length | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
| Barrel length | 3.1 in (79 mm) |
| Width | 1.1 in (28 mm) |
| Height | 4.6 in (120 mm) |
| Cartridge | 9×19mm Parabellum |
| Action | Striker-fired |
| Rate of fire | Semi-automatic |
| Feed system | Box magazine |
| Sights | Fixed 3-dot iron sights |
| References | [1] |
The FN 503 is a polymer frame striker-fired subcompact semi-automatic pistol manufactured in Columbia, South Carolina, by FN America, a division of FN Herstal. Introduced in March 2020, it is chambered in 9×19mm Parabellum and is intended for concealed carry.[2]
As of August 2023, the FN 503 was discontinued.[3]
Features
[edit]The FN 503 is a striker-fired handgun with a stainless steel slide. Subcompact in size, its overall length is 5.9 inches (150 mm) with a barrel length of 3.1 inches (79 mm) and a width of 1.1 inches (28 mm). The three-dot iron sights are low-profile, while trigger pull averages 5 pounds-force (22 N).[4] Magazines are either 6-round with a pinky extension or 8-round with a grip sleeve.[5]
The FN 503 uses the "design, performance and reliability standards" of the FN 509, a full-sized pistol introduced in 2017.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ "FN 503". fnamerica.com. Retrieved March 17, 2020.
- ^ "First Look: FN 503 Slim-Profile 9mm Pistol". shootingillustrated.com. March 17, 2020. Retrieved March 17, 2020.
- ^ "Discontinued Products". FN®. Retrieved 2023-09-05.
- ^ "New for 2020: FN 503". americanrifleman.org. March 17, 2020. Retrieved March 17, 2020.
- ^ a b "FN Introduces FN 503 Slim 9mm Pistol for Concealed Carry". fnamerica.com (Press release). March 16, 2020. Retrieved March 17, 2020.