18" 22 ARC Upper - SHAW Stainless HBAR Barrel - 15" MLOK Rail

18" 22 ARC Complete Upper for AR-15 with Shaw Match Grade Stainless Barrel and 15" M-LOK Rail

The 22 ARC is a purpose-built cartridge for the AR-15 platform that delivers performance comparable to the legendary 22-250. Designed for modern high-BC bullets, the 22 ARC provides flat trajectories, excellent accuracy, and strong wind resistance. This upper features a Shaw Match Grade 416R stainless steel HBAR barrel and lightweight free-float M-LOK handguard, making it an excellent choice for long-range varmint hunting, precision shooting, and custom AR-15 builds.

Quick Glance:

Caliber: 22 ARC
Platform: AR-15
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Barrel Manufacturer: Shaw Barrels
Barrel Grade: Match Grade
Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel HBAR
Barrel Finish: Polished Stainless
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 and Ready to Install

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:
Shaw Match Grade 18" 22 ARC barrel manufactured from 416R stainless steel with an HBAR profile, polished finish, and 1:7 twist rate. Features 1/2x28 muzzle threads, a standard AR-15 barrel extension with .30 caliber feed ramps, and is individually headspace checked using Manson GO and NO-GO gauges.

Handguard:
Premium lightweight 15" extended rifle-length narrow-profile AR-15 free-float M-LOK handguard. M-LOK slots run along the 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions, allowing easy installation of compatible sights, bipods, lights, grips, lasers, and other accessories. Machined from 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum 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.

Muzzle Device:
A2 flash hider installed with a crush washer.

About Shaw Barrels:
Shaw Custom Barrels, also known as E.R. Shaw, was established in 1913 and is a respected manufacturer of rifle barrels and firearm components. Shaw barrels are widely used by gunsmiths and custom rifle builders for their precision, craftsmanship, consistent accuracy, and dependable performance.

Ready to Install:
This upper arrives fully assembled and ready to use. It is compatible with 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 individually checked for proper headspace using Manson GO and NO-GO gauges to help ensure reliable function and accuracy.