Faxon Firearms Type 2 BCG 6.5 Grendel/6mm ARC Salt Bath Nitride

The Faxon Firearms Type 2 Bolt Carrier Group delivers enhanced reliability for 6.5 Grendel, 6mm ARC, and 22 ARC platforms through precision engineering and advanced surface treatments. This BCG addresses the unique pressure and extraction requirements of these specialized cartridges with optimized geometry and premium materials. Built from 9310 steel with salt bath nitride coating, it provides superior corrosion resistance and reduced friction compared to standard phosphate finishes.

What Makes This Different

The Type 2 configuration features modified bolt face geometry specifically engineered for the 6.5 Grendel family of cartridges, ensuring proper headspace and extraction reliability. Unlike standard AR-15 bolt carrier groups, this unit incorporates enhanced extractor spring tension and modified ejector positioning to handle the different case dimensions and pressures. The salt bath nitride treatment penetrates deeper than traditional coatings, creating a surface hardness of 68-70 HRC while maintaining dimensional stability.

Key Features

• 9310 steel construction provides 35% greater tensile strength than standard 8620 steel bolts
• Salt bath nitride coating offers superior corrosion resistance and self-lubricating properties
• Type 2 bolt face geometry optimized for 6.5 Grendel, 6mm ARC, and 22 ARC cartridges
• Enhanced extractor with improved spring tension for reliable case extraction
• Properly staked gas key with Grade 8 fasteners and torque specifications
• Compatible with standard AR-15 lower receivers and mil-spec buffer systems
• Shot-peened surfaces reduce stress concentrations and extend service life

Field performance demonstrates consistent cycling across various powder charges and bullet weights common to these cartridges. The enhanced extractor design handles both factory ammunition and handloads with different case materials effectively. Competition shooters report reliable function through extended strings of fire, while hunters appreciate the consistent extraction in temperature extremes. The nitride coating maintains its properties in wet conditions and reduces cleaning time between range sessions.

Technical Specs

• Material: 9310 steel bolt, 8620 steel carrier
• Coating: Salt bath nitride (QPQ process)
• Bolt face: Type 2 configuration for 6.5 Grendel family
• Gas key: Properly staked with Grade 8 screws
• Extractor: Enhanced design with improved spring tension
• Compatibility: Standard AR-15 platforms, mil-spec components
• Country of origin: United States
• Includes: Bolt, carrier, gas key, cam pin, firing pin, retaining pin

This bolt carrier group represents the engineering refinement necessary for optimal performance with modern intermediate cartridges. The combination of premium materials and specialized geometry addresses the specific challenges these cartridges present to standard AR-15 components.