AR-74 5.45x39
AR-74 5.45x39 16" MLOK Upper Assembly / Slip Over Barrel Shroud
The AR-74 5.45x39 16" MLOK Upper Assembly offers a powerful, versatile, and unique shooting experience chambered in the 5.45x39mm cartridge, a Soviet-designed intermediate round known for its excellent accuracy and mild recoil. Whether you're looking to diversify your AR collection or build a custom upper for your AR-15 lower, this assembly is an excellent choice for enthusiasts. Featuring a 15" full-length MLOK handguard, slip-over barrel shroud, and precision-built components, this upper is designed for both performance and aesthetic appeal.
Key Features:
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Barrel Length & Material: 16-inch 4150 CMV barrel chambered in 5.45x39mm, offering a solid balance of performance, reliability, and strength. The barrel is nitride-coated for durability and corrosion resistance, ensuring long-lasting quality.
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Handguard: The 15" MLOK Free-Float handguard provides ample space for mounting accessories like grips, lasers, and lights, making it perfect for tactical or competition setups. It’s built from aircraft-grade aluminum for optimal strength and weight savings.
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Receiver: Constructed from 7075-T6 forged aluminum, this A3 flat-top upper receiver is black hard-coat anodized to military specifications, ensuring high durability and a long service life.
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Muzzle Device: The slip-over barrel shroud with a multi-port muzzle brake enhances the aesthetics of your rifle while effectively reducing recoil and muzzle rise. This combination adds both form and function to your build.
Performance and Use:
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Accuracy: The 5.45x39mm cartridge delivers excellent ballistic performance with high velocity and low recoil, allowing for precise follow-up shots and consistency.
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Recoil: The 5.45x39mm is designed for relatively low recoil, making it ideal for fast-paced shooting and ensuring that you can keep on target with ease.
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Ammunition Availability: Although less common than the standard 5.56/.223, the 5.45x39mm is widely available, especially in surplus markets, making it a practical choice for those looking for something unique and effective.
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Customization: The MLOK handguard system allows for versatile attachment options, enabling you to customize your build to suit your specific needs and preferences.
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Magazine Compatibility: This upper is designed to work with 5.45x39mm magazines. Standard AR-15 magazines will not work with this caliber.
Specifications:
- Compatibility: Designed for AR-15 lower receivers.
- Gas System: Carbine Length Gas System for reliable cycling.
- Chamber: 5.45x39mm with a 1/8 RH twist (button rifled).
- Muzzle Device: Slip-over barrel shroud with multi-port muzzle brake, 1/2x28 thread.
- Barrel: 16" 4150 CMV HBAR contour, nitride finish, M4 feed ramps, .750 low profile steel gas block, and carbine-length stainless steel gas tube.
- Handguard: 15" MLOK Free-Float handguard made from aircraft-grade aluminum.
- Upper Receiver: 7075-T6 forged aluminum with black hard-coat anodizing; includes forward assist and dust cover.
Additional Information:
- No BCG or Charging Handle Included: These components must be purchased separately.
- Note: Images may not be an exact representation of the product.
- We do not warrant cycling with imported, steel cased, HP or reloaded rounds.
Benefits:
- A unique, powerful, and efficient upper for building your AR-74.
- Lightweight and durable handguard with plenty of customization options.
- The 5.45x39mm chambering is a rare and exciting alternative to traditional AR-15 calibers.