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Bar Barrel Nut For Ar-15 - Bar Barrel Nut For Ar-15 Black
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SKU: 100034681
Overview
Designed for fitting Aero Precision Enhanced handguards to an AR-15, this barrel nut serves as the interface point for installation on a mil-spec threaded upper receiver. It is purpose-built for the company’s M4E1 Enhanced Upper Receiver, while also being compatible with most mil-spec AR uppers. The package includes four shims to help with installation. For builders setting up an Aero Precision handguard system, it provides the specific mounting component needed to complete the setup.
Why Hunters Choose the Aero Precision
Designed Interface
Aero Precision Enhanced handguards during
Purpose-built M4e1
Enhanced Upper Receiver
Compatible Most
Most mil-spec AR upper receivers
Includes Four
Shims to aid installation
Machined From
7075-T6 aluminum
Key Features
- Designed for Aero Precision Enhanced handguards on mil-spec threaded AR-15 upper receivers
- Purpose-built for use with Aero Precision M4E1 Enhanced Upper Receiver
- Compatible with pretty much any mil-spec AR upper receiver
- Machined from 7075-T6 aluminum
- Includes 4 shims to aid in installation
- Total weight is 2.24 ounces
Best Used For
- AR-15 owners installing Aero Precision Enhanced handguards on a mil-spec threaded upper receiver
- Builders using an Aero Precision M4E1 Enhanced Upper Receiver with compatible handguard setup
- Users who want a barrel nut that includes shims to help with installation alignment
- Shooters assembling a lightweight AR-15 component package where low added weight matters
- Owners of mil-spec AR uppers seeking a BAR barrel nut made for Aero Precision handguard interface
Pros
- Designed to interface with Aero Precision Enhanced handguards during installation
- Purpose-built for the M4E1 Enhanced Upper Receiver
- Compatible with most mil-spec AR upper receivers
- Includes four shims to aid installation
- Machined from 7075-T6 aluminum
- Lightweight at 2.24 ounces
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for Aero Precision Enhanced handguards, so it is a specialized part rather than a universal handguard solution.
- Installation is intended for a mil-spec, threaded upper receiver, which may limit use on non-mil-spec setups.
- The package includes 4 shims to aid installation, but final fit may still depend on the specific upper receiver and handguard combination.
- At 2.24 ounces, it adds a small amount of weight to the build that should be accounted for in a lightweight setup.
Suggested Comparisons
- AR-15 handguards
- AR-15 upper receivers
- AR-15 barrel nuts
- AR-15 build accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Handguard installation hardware
- AR-15 upper receiver parts
- Shim kit
- Armorer's wrench
Frequently Asked Questions
What handguards is this BAR Barrel Nut designed to work with?
It is designed to interface with Aero Precision's Enhanced handguards during installation on a mil-spec, threaded upper receiver.
Will this barrel nut work with a standard mil-spec AR-15 upper receiver?
According to the product description, it will work with pretty much any mil-spec AR upper receiver on the market.
Is this barrel nut intended for the Aero Precision M4E1 Enhanced Upper Receiver?
Yes. The description says it is purpose-built for use with Aero Precision's M4E1 Enhanced Upper Receiver.
What is included with the barrel nut?
The package includes the BAR Barrel Nut and 4 shims to aid in installation.
What material is the barrel nut made from, and what does it weigh?
It is machined from 7075-T6 aluminum and the listed total weight is 2.24 ounces.