Description

Streamline your full-length rifle build with the Always Armed Gen 1 16" 5.56 Upper Receiver Without Forward Assist. Built for shooters who prefer a smooth, snag-free profile, this complete upper receiver eliminates the traditional forward assist assembly to deliver a lightweight, low-profile tactical upper without sacrificing durability.

Forged in the USA from heavy-duty 7075-T6 aluminum, the slick-side upper receiver comes complete with a functional ejection port dust cover. It houses a precision 16-inch 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel barrel chambered in 5.56 NATO with a long-lasting black nitride finish. The 1:7 twist rate accurately stabilizes a wide range of projectile weights—from 55gr plinking rounds to heavy 77gr match ammunition.

A carbine-length gas system paired with a .750 low-profile gas block provides smooth, reliable cycling, while the muzzle is fitted with a standard A2 flash hider. Surrounding the barrel is a full-length 15" Gen 1 M-LOK free-float handguard, offering extended continuous top Picatinny rail space and M-LOK slots for mounting optics, bipods, tactical lights, and foregrips.

Key Features & Specifications:

Slick-Side Profile: Milled without a forward assist for a clean, snag-free lightweight design.
Forged 7075-T6 Receiver: Built on a Mil-Spec forged aluminum upper receiver with dust cover included.
16" Nitride Barrel: Machined from 4150 CMV steel with a low-friction black nitride finish.
Versatile 1:7 Twist: Optimized for consistent accuracy across standard and heavy 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem rounds.
Carbine Gas System: Paired with a heavy-duty .750 low-profile gas block for dependable cycling.
15" Gen 1 Free-Float Rail: Extended M-LOK handguard provides full modularity and accessory real estate.
Standard Muzzle Device: Features a classic 1/2x28 A2 birdcage flash hider.
Cerakote Finishes: Available in durable Flat Dark Earth (FDE) and Burnt Bronze Cerakote options.
American Made: Proudly manufactured 100% in the United States.