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5.56x45 Nato Assembled Upper Receiver W/Barrel For Ar-15 - 5.56x45 Nato Assembled Upper Receiver 16'''' Bbl Mid-Length Blk
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SKU: 100025502
Overview
Built for an AR-15 custom build, this complete upper offers a straightforward foundation in 5.56 NATO with a 16-inch barrel and standard upper receiver setup. It uses an M4-style handguard and includes a pinned front sight base, giving it a classic carbine profile suited to general-purpose range use or a practical field rifle setup. The upper is supplied without a BCG or charging handle, so those components will need to be added separately. For hunters and shooters who want a simple, mil-spec oriented starting point, it keeps the configuration familiar and easy to build around.
Why Hunters Choose the Aero Precision
16-inch 5.56
NATO upper suited for AR-15
Standard Ar15
Classic carbine-focused configuration
Pinned Front
Sight base included on the
M4-style Handguard
Familiar, traditional setup
Standard A2
Flash hider included from the
Key Features
- Complete AR-15 upper receiver assembly for custom builds
- 16-inch 5.56 NATO barrel with pinned front sight base
- Available with carbine-length or mid-length gas system
- M4-style handguard and standard A2 flash hider
- Does not include bolt carrier group or charging handle
- Mil-spec series from Aero Precision
Best Used For
- AR-15 builders wanting a basic 5.56 NATO upper for a custom carbine setup
- Shooters who prefer a 16-inch upper with pinned front sight base and M4 handguard
- Users assembling a complete upper while sourcing their own BCG and charging handle
- Hunters or range shooters looking for a straightforward mil-spec AR-15 upper configuration
Specifications
| Barrel | 16" 5.56 CMV Carbine Length Barrel w/ Pinned FSB |
|---|---|
| Barrel Finish | Black Nitride |
| Barrel Length | 16" |
| Bcg Included | No |
| Caliber | 5.56 NATO |
| Charging Handle Included | No |
| Gas System | Carbine Length or Mid Length Gas System |
| Handguard | M4 Style Handguard |
| Muzzle Device | Standard A2 Flash Hider |
| Platform | AR15 |
| Series | Mil-Spec |
| Upper | Standard AR15 Upper Receiver |
| Weight | 69.76oz (w/o BCG and Charging Handle) |
Pros
- 16-inch 5.56 NATO upper suited for AR-15 custom builds
- Standard AR15 upper receiver with classic carbine-focused configuration
- Pinned front sight base included on the 16-inch barrel
- M4-style handguard provides a familiar, traditional setup
- Standard A2 flash hider included from the factory
- Mil-spec series upper from Aero Precision
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Does not include a BCG or charging handle, so those parts must be sourced separately before the upper is ready to run.
- Configured as a classic carbine-style upper with M4 handguard and A2 flash hider, which may be less appealing if you want a more modern free-float setup or accessory-heavy build.
- The listing references either carbine-length or mid-length gas system, so buyers should verify the exact configuration before ordering.
- At 16 inches, it fits a standard AR-15 carbine profile, but it is still a complete upper assembly rather than a stripped component for highly customized builds.
Suggested Comparisons
- AR-15 complete upper receivers
- AR-15 barrels and upper assemblies
- AR-15 handguards
- AR-15 muzzle devices
Suggested Accessories
- AR-15 lower receiver
- Bolt carrier group
- Charging handle
- Magazines
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this complete upper include a bolt carrier group and charging handle?
No. The description states that this complete upper does not include a BCG or charging handle.
What caliber is this upper built for?
It is listed for 5.56 NATO / 5.56x45 NATO.
What barrel length is included?
The provided specifications list a 16-inch barrel.
What gas system does this upper use?
The product data lists either a carbine-length or mid-length gas system, depending on the configuration shown in the description.
What muzzle device comes on the upper?
The description lists a standard A2 flash hider.