18" 6.5 Grendel Upper with Shaw Match Grade Stainless HBAR Barrel with Matte Finish and 15" M-LOK Rail
The 6.5 Grendel is a versatile cartridge designed to extend the effective range and performance of the AR-15 platform. Known for its excellent ballistic efficiency, energy retention, and ability to handle high-BC projectiles, the 6.5 Grendel is a popular choice for deer and hog hunting, precision target shooting, and longer-range applications. This upper features a Shaw Match Grade 416R stainless steel HBAR barrel with a matte bead-blasted finish, 1:8 twist, rifle-length gas system, and lightweight free-float M-LOK handguard, providing an excellent configuration for precision shooting, hunting, and custom AR-15 builds.
Quick Glance:
Caliber: 6.5 Grendel
Platform: AR-15
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Barrel Manufacturer: Shaw Barrels
Barrel Grade: Match Grade
Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel
Barrel Profile: HBAR
Barrel Finish: Matte Bead Blast
Twist Rate: 1:8 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 Mag Phos
Muzzle Threads: 5/8x24
Muzzle Device: A2 Flash Hider
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" 6.5 Grendel barrel manufactured from 416R stainless steel with an HBAR profile, matte bead-blasted finish, and 1:8 twist rate. Features 5/8x24 muzzle threads, a standard AR-15 M4 barrel extension with M4 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 magnesium phosphate (Mag Phos) finish.
Muzzle Device:
A2 flash hider installed on 5/8x24 muzzle threads.
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 install. 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.
