Brownells BRN-GAU-5A 11.50" Classic Upper 5.56x45mm 1:12 Carbine-Length no BCG&CH, Black

The GAU-5A upper receivers a redesigned for retro builds, featuring unique early carbine configurations. The muzzle is equipped with a classic XM177/GAU-5 moderator-inspired flash hider, featuring radial ports. Unlike the original XM177 muzzle device, which functioned as a suppressor, this component serves as a flash hider. It is affixed to a lightweight 11-1/2 inches barrel. The front sight base is non-F-marked, ensuring alignment of the round, tapered front sight post with the carry handle rear sight. The black carbine handguards are crafted to closely replicate the original CAR handguards. These barrel assemblies include a tapered slip ring, consistent with early carbines of this type. The upper receiver is equipped with an appropriate ejection-port cover, featuring a flat external "bump," distinct from standard A2 models. The receiver itself is an M16 slick side style, lacking both a forward assist and a shell deflector. The rear sight is a standard A1 aperture, adjustable with a cartridge or tool. The included Bolt carrier group is a manganese phosphate mil-spec BCG with a chrome-lined interior. M16 slick side upper receiver devoid of shell deflector and forward assist XM177 flash suppressor equipped with a standard grenade retaining ring Barrel with a length of 11-1/2 inches, chambered for 5.56x45mm ammunition 1:12 rifling twist rate with chrome-lined bore and chamber Ejection port cover for M16A1 A1 rear sight component assembly Black polymer handguards equipped with integrated heat shields for carbine models Manganese phosphate mil-spec Bolt carrier group featuring a 9310 steel bolt