Image unavailable
Ar-15 Buffers - Rifle Buffer For Ar-15
Our editorial team reviews specifications, product data, and field-use information to keep pages accurate.
$22.99
View on Brownells
You'll be taken to Brownells to complete your purchase.
Hunter's Outpost earns a commission from affiliate links at no extra cost to you.
SKU: 100054349
Overview
This buffer option is intended for AR15 carbines with a collapsible buttstock, whether you are assembling a new build or replacing a worn part. The standard carbine buffer is listed at 3 oz., while the H, H2, and H3 versions provide heavier options within the same mil-spec carbine format. The heavier buffers are described as reducing felt recoil and cycling rate on full-auto rifles, making them a practical choice when tuning a carbine setup. Aero Precision offers these as straightforward replacement and build components without adding unnecessary complexity.
Why Hunters Choose the Aero Precision
Mil-spec Carbine
A collapsible buttstock
Suitable New
Builds or direct replacement of
Carbine Buffer
Weight is listed at 3
H H2
Buffers are described as heavy
H H2
Buffers are designed to reduce
Key Features
- Mil-spec carbine buffer for AR15 carbines with a collapsible buttstock.
- Suitable for a new build or as a direct replacement for worn parts.
- Standard carbine buffer weighs 3 oz.
- H Buffer is a heavy buffer designed to reduce felt recoil and cycling rate on full-auto rifles.
- H2 Buffer is a heavy buffer designed to reduce felt recoil and cycling rate on full-auto rifles.
- H2 Buffer listed weight: 4.65.
Best Used For
- AR-15 carbine builders needing a mil-spec buffer for collapsible buttstock setups
- Shooters replacing worn buffer parts in an existing AR-15 carbine
- Users selecting heavier H buffers for reduced felt recoil and cycling rate
- Full-auto rifle owners looking for an H buffer option within mil-spec standards
- Aero Precision buyers wanting a direct replacement part for AR-15 carbines
Specifications
| Carbine Buffer Description | Mil-Spec carbine buffer for use in AR15 carbines with a collapsible buttstock |
|---|---|
| Carbine Buffer Weight | 3 oz |
| H2 Buffer Compatibility | AR15 carbines with a collapsible buttstock |
| H2 Buffer Description | Heavy buffer designed to reduce felt recoil as well as reduce the cycling rate on full-auto rifles |
| H2 Buffer Standards | mil-spec standards |
| H2 Buffer Weight | 4.65 |
| H3 Buffer Description | Heavy buffer designed to reduce felt recoil |
| H Buffer Compatibility | AR15 carbines with a collapsible buttstock |
| H Buffer Description | Heavy buffer designed to reduce felt recoil as well as reduce the cycling rate on full-auto rifles |
| H Buffer Standards | mil-spec standards |
Pros
- Mil-spec carbine buffer for AR15 carbines with a collapsible buttstock.
- Suitable for new builds or direct replacement of worn parts.
- Carbine buffer weight is listed at 3 oz.
- H and H2 buffers are described as heavy buffer options.
- H and H2 buffers are designed to reduce felt recoil and cycling rate.
- Available from Aero Precision.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The standard carbine buffer is listed at 3 oz, while the H2 is listed at 4.65 oz; choosing between them depends on the build’s intended setup and use case.
- The H, H2, and H3 options are described as heavy buffers, so they are not the same as the standard carbine buffer and may not suit every AR15 carbine configuration.
- These buffers are specified for AR15 carbines with a collapsible buttstock, so compatibility is limited to that platform type.
- The product description does not provide full specifications for every variant, so selecting the right buffer may require checking the exact option before purchase.
Suggested Comparisons
- AR-15 carbine buffer
- Heavy buffer options for AR-15 carbines
- Collapsible buttstock buffer components
- Direct replacement buffer parts
Suggested Accessories
- AR-15 collapsible buttstock
- Buffer spring
- Lower receiver parts kit
- Armorer's tool
Frequently Asked Questions
What AR-15 setups is this buffer intended for?
It is described as a mil-spec carbine buffer for AR15 carbines with a collapsible buttstock.
Is this meant for a new build or as a replacement part?
Yes. The description says it is suitable for your build or as a direct replacement for worn out parts.
What is the weight of the standard carbine buffer?
The carbine buffer weighs 3 oz.
What is the difference between the H, H2, and H3 buffers in the description?
The H and H2 buffers are described as heavy buffers designed to reduce felt recoil and reduce cycling rate on full-auto rifles. The H2 buffer is listed with a weight of 4.65. The H3 buffer is also described as a heavy buffer designed to reduce felt recoil, but no additional details are provided.
Who makes this buffer?
The manufacturer listed is Aero Precision.