18" 22 ARC Upper for AR-15 with Ballistic Advantage SPR Premium Series Barrel and 15" M-LOK Rail
The 22 ARC was developed to deliver exceptional long-range performance from the AR-15 platform while utilizing today's high-ballistic-coefficient bullets. Designed for precision shooting, predator hunting, varmint control, and competition, the 22 ARC provides flat trajectories, impressive retained energy, and excellent wind resistance. This 18" 22 ARC upper features a Ballistic Advantage SPR Premium Series 416R stainless steel HBAR barrel, rifle-length gas system, A2 flash hider, and lightweight 15" free-float M-LOK handguard, making it an outstanding choice for shooters building a precision-focused AR-15 upper.
Quick Glance:
Caliber: 22 ARC
Platform: AR-15
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Barrel Manufacturer: Ballistic Advantage
Barrel Series: SPR Premium Series
Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel
Barrel Profile: HBAR
Barrel Finish: QPQ
Twist Rate: 1:7 Twist
Gas System: Rifle Length
Handguard Length: 15 inches
Handguard Type: Lightweight Free-Float M-LOK
Upper Receiver: Forged 7075-T6 Mil-Spec AR-15 Upper
Gas Block: .750" Low Profile Nitride
Muzzle Threads: 1/2x28
Muzzle Device: A2 Flash Hider with Crush Washer
Headspace Checked: Yes – Manson GO and NO-GO Gauges
Assembly: Fully Assembled Upper Receiver Assembly
Full Details:
Upper Receiver:
AR-15 Mil-Spec forged aluminum upper receiver with forward assist and dust cover assembly installed. Forged from durable 7075-T6 aluminum and protected with a matte black MIL-A-8625 Type III, Class 2 hard coat anodized finish. The 7075-T6 construction provides greater strength than commonly used 6061 billet aluminum.
Barrel:
Ballistic Advantage SPR Premium Series 18" 22 ARC barrel manufactured from premium 416R stainless steel with an HBAR profile, QPQ finish, and 1:7 twist rate. Features 1/2x28 muzzle threads, a standard AR-15 barrel extension with M4 feed ramps, and is professionally headspaced using Manson GO and NO-GO gauges. The rifle-length gas system provides smooth cycling while maximizing the outstanding accuracy and long-range capability the 22 ARC cartridge is known for.
Handguard:
Premium lightweight 15" extended rifle-length narrow-profile AR-15 free-float M-LOK handguard. M-LOK slots along the 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions provide generous space for mounting optics, bipods, lights, lasers, sling attachments, grips, and other M-LOK compatible accessories. Machined from 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum and protected with a matte black MIL-A-8625 Type III, Class 2 hard coat anodized finish.
Gas System:
Rifle-length gas system paired with a .750" low-profile gas block featuring a durable nitride finish. The rifle-length configuration produces a smooth recoil impulse while promoting reliable cycling across a wide variety of 22 ARC ammunition.
Muzzle Device:
A2 flash hider installed with a crush washer to reduce visible muzzle flash while protecting the barrel's 1/2x28 muzzle threads.
About Ballistic Advantage Barrels:
Ballistic Advantage is recognized for manufacturing premium AR-15 barrels that combine precision machining, strict quality control, and outstanding real-world accuracy. Their SPR Premium Series barrels are trusted by hunters, competitive shooters, and precision rifle enthusiasts seeking dependable performance and long service life.
Headspace Checked:
Every barrel is professionally headspaced using Manson GO and NO-GO gauges to help verify proper chamber dimensions and dependable operation.
Ready to Install:
This upper arrives fully assembled and is compatible with all standard Mil-Spec dimension AR-15 lower receivers.
Important:
This product is not a firearm and will be shipped directly to you. No FFL transfer is required.
Ballistic Barn AR-15 uppers are American made and machined by manufacturers specializing in Mil-Spec AR-15 components. Every barrel is professionally headspaced using Manson GO and NO-GO gauges to help ensure dependable function, outstanding accuracy, and long-term reliability.
