The Moriarti AR-45 .45 ACP 4" Side Charging Complete Upper Assembly is a compact powerhouse designed for your AR-45 pistol build. Built on a non-reciprocating billet side charging upper with integrated Last Round Bolt Hold Open (LRBHO) functionality, this upper delivers reliability, control, and compact performance.
Whether for CQB, personal defense, or tactical training, this upper assembly is fully assembled, test-fired, and includes a precision-milled AR-45 BCG. Compatible with Glock magazine AR-45 lowers, it’s ready to install and shoot right out of the box.
Please note: Uppers are on a monthly manufacturing schedule. Lead time is approximately 4 weeks.
Barrel:
4" Match-grade .45 ACP barrel
4150 CrMoV steel, black nitride finish
Twist Rate: 1:16
Muzzle Thread: 5/8x24 or .578x28 (varies by batch*)
A2 Flash Hider installed
Side Charging Upper Receiver:
6061 Billet Aluminum
Non-reciprocating side charger
LRBHO (Last Round Bolt Hold Open) compatible
Adjustable tension slide lock on handle
Rear dust cover trap door
Matte black hard-coat anodized (Mil-Spec Type III, Class 2)
Compatible with Glock mag AR-9/40/45 lowers
Gas System:
Blowback (no gas block or tube required)
Handguard:
4" Free-floating slim M-LOK rail
Aircraft-grade aluminum
Black hardcoat anodized
Bolt Carrier Group (Included):
Ramped AR-45 BCG
8620 steel with mag phosphate finish
M16 cut, full-auto compatible (where legal)
Glock and Colt mag lower compatible
Charging Handle:
Side charging handle included
4.2 lbs assembled
Thread may fluctuate between 5/8x24 and .578x28. Please contact us if a specific thread is required.
For maximum performance, pair with a 8-10oz buffer system.
Designed to match Moriarti Glock style billet lowers for full LRBHO functionality.
Pair with the Moriarti AR-45 Billet Lower Receiver
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