HM Defense
HM Defense builds precision rifles across a wide power spectrum — from the HM50B2 bolt-action in .50 BMG at the top end, through the Avenger in 6.5 Creedmoor for long-range precision, down to the Defender M5 AR-15 in 5.56 NATO for general-purpose use. The lineup is built around match-grade barrels, ambidextrous controls, and Cerakote finishes as standard rather than upgrade options, positioning HM Defense as a premium-tier manufacturer competing on build quality and precision out of the box.
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HM50B2: HM Defense’s .50 BMG Bolt-Action
The HM50B2 is a bolt-action .50 BMG rifle with a 29.25” match-grade barrel, a 10-round detachable magazine, and an adjustable precision stock. Available in black, tungsten gray Cerakote, and flat dark earth finishes, the HM50B2 is built for extreme long-range shooting where the .50 BMG cartridge’s ballistic advantages — energy retention, wind resistance, and terminal effect at distance — justify the platform’s size and weight. The Gen 2 variant refines the action and stock for improved ergonomics over the original.
Defender M5: HM Defense’s AR-15
The Defender M5 is HM Defense’s AR-15-pattern rifle in .223 Remington/5.56 NATO, built with a 16” barrel and the same attention to match-grade components and Cerakote finish quality that defines the brand. It’s not a budget AR — it’s positioned as a precision-built defensive and sporting rifle for buyers who want a step above standard mil-spec AR-15 offerings.
Avenger: Long-Range Precision in 6.5 Creedmoor
The Avenger is HM Defense’s precision bolt-action rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor, with a 20” barrel and tungsten gray Cerakote finish. The 6.5 Creedmoor chambering puts it in the precision rifle sweet spot — flat trajectory, low recoil, and excellent long-range ballistics in a package that doesn’t punish the shooter the way a magnum cartridge does over a long day at the range.
Frequently Asked Questions: HM Defense
What calibers does HM Defense make rifles in?
HM Defense currently produces rifles in .50 BMG (HM50B2), 6.5 Creedmoor (Avenger), and .223 Rem/5.56 NATO (Defender M5).
How many rounds does the HM50B2 hold?
The HM50B2 uses a 10-round detachable magazine.
Is the HM50B2 a bolt-action or semi-auto?
The HM50B2 is a bolt-action rifle.
See Also: .50 BMG Ammo • 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo • Bolt-Action Rifles • Barrett Firearms