22 ARC UPPERS

What is a 22 ARC Upper Receiver?

The 22 ARC Upper Receivers fires the 22 Advanced Rifle Cartridge from an AR15 rifle. The extraordinary ballistic performance of 22 ARC have made it one of the most popular upgrades the AR15 platform has seen in years.

Why Does the 22 ARC Upper Receiver excel as a long range rifle?

The 22 ARC round was purpose-built to deliver high-velocity, long-range performance from the compact AR-15 platform. It’s essentially a necked-down ARC design that shoots heavy, high-BC .22 bullets (common factory weights range from ~62–88 gr), producing muzzle velocities roughly in the 2,800–3,300 fps band and markedly flatter trajectories and less wind drift than typical 5.56/.223 loads.

What is the ideal barrel length for a 22 ARC Upper Receiver?

The 22 ARC upper receiver is designed to accommodate barrel lengths of between 16 and 24. This wide-length variety gives you the option to choose the right length of barrel that suits your shooting style and how you will use the weapon system.

What BCG do I use with a 22 ARC Upper?

22 ARC Uppers require a 6.5 Grendel Type 2 Bolt Carrier Group (BCG).

What Magazine do I use with a 22 ARC Upper?

A 6.5 Grendel / 6mm ARC / 22 ARC magazine will work for the 22 ARC.  The only difference between these three rounds is the cartridge neck and the projectile - the base cartridge is identical.