Brownells BRN-180 Gen 3 Upper Receiver Black

Description

Product Overview

The Brownells BRN-180 Gen 3 Upper Receiver is built around a reliable short-stroke gas piston system and a sealed, cycle-cushioned receiver design that improves ergonomics and operating cleanliness. This 16-inch .223 Wylde configuration features the Gen 3 left-side nonreciprocating charging handle, an automatic ejection port cover that seals during battery, and an easy-to-adjust multi-position gas system for suppressed, normal, and adverse conditions.

Key Features

• Nonreciprocating left-side charging handle to keep moving metal away from the ejection port area during firing
• Automatic ejection port cover cycles with the bolt-carrier assembly to help seal the receiver in battery
• Tool-free, flip-lever gas adjustment accessed through the handguard with 3-position settings for .223 Wylde operation
• Sealed charging handle slot with a rubber gasket to reduce dirt, dust, and debris intrusion
• Recoil guide rod retainer system prevents the recoil assembly from popping out during upper disassembly
• Anti-bounce bolt-carrier upgrade helps ensure consistent lockup for reliable ignition timing under fouled conditions or suppressed use

If you want a compact, dependable AR-15 type upper built around a piston system with Gen 3 reliability and cleanliness upgrades, the BRN-180 Gen 3 16-inch .223 Wylde upper is a strong choice for a low-maintenance build.