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Scott, the core rifles are the same. The LE version is specially marked by Springfield to be sold to Qualified Professionals/First Responders only by Buds. The package usually includes extra accessories such ad magazines, etc. over the non LE package. In this case, the price difference is due to Buds stocking a greater number of the standard rifle as prices are tied to stock level.

same gun Many major manufacturers offer discounts to a large list of individuals they consider Qualified Professionals. Although commonly referred to as Law Enforcement, LE or Veterans Discounts, these discounts are actually also available to many other types of Qualified Professionals, including : Active, Honorably Discharged or Retired Military personnel - all branches (veterans, including medical discharges/disabled) National Guard personnel - all branches Military Reserve personnel - all branches CAP - Civil Air Patrol Fire Fighters - including volunteers Paramedics and EMTs TSA Employees Commercial Pilots Federal Flight Deck Officers Air Marshals Court Judges District and Deputy District Attorneys All sworn or retired Law Enforcement Officers - city, county, state, and federal All Corrections and Probation Officers State Licensed Security Companies State, Federal, and Private Security Guards DOD Contractors and the link https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/qualified_professional_d