Faxon Firearms 6.5 Grendel Bolt Carrier Group Salt Bath Nitride

The Faxon Firearms FF65GBCNITRIDE Type 2 Bolt Carrier Group delivers enhanced reliability and extended service life for 6.5 Grendel AR-15 platforms. Constructed from premium 9310 steel and treated with salt bath nitride coating, this BCG provides superior corrosion resistance and reduced friction compared to standard phosphate finishes.

What Makes This Different

The salt bath nitride treatment penetrates the steel surface rather than simply coating it, creating a hardened layer that won't chip or flake like traditional coatings. This process increases surface hardness to 70 HRC while maintaining the steel's core toughness. The Type 2 configuration includes proper bolt extension and cam pin placement specifically engineered for 6.5 Grendel chamber dimensions and pressure requirements.

Key Features

• 9310 steel construction with superior tensile strength over standard 8620 steel
• Salt bath nitride coating provides 70 HRC surface hardness
• Type 2 bolt designed specifically for 6.5 Grendel cartridge specifications
• Proper headspace and bolt extension for reliable extraction and ejection
• Enhanced corrosion resistance in marine and humid environments
• Reduced friction coefficient extends component life and improves cycling
• Compatible with standard AR-15 lower receivers and charging handles

Field testing demonstrates consistent cycling across various 6.5 Grendel loadings from 90-grain varmint rounds to 130-grain hunting projectiles. The nitride coating maintains dimensional stability through temperature extremes and extended firing sessions. Competition shooters report improved accuracy consistency due to reduced bolt face wear and maintained headspace tolerances.

Technical Specs

• Material: 9310 alloy steel bolt and carrier
• Finish: Salt bath nitride (QPQ process)
• Bolt Type: Type 2 6.5 Grendel specific
• Carrier Profile: Full auto rated
• Gas Key: Properly staked, grade 8 fasteners
• Extractor: MPC marked spring steel
• Compatibility: AR-15 platform, 6.5 Grendel chambered barrels
• Manufacturer: Faxon Firearms, USA

This bolt carrier group addresses the specific pressure and extraction requirements of the 6.5 Grendel cartridge while providing enhanced durability over standard components. The combination of premium steel and advanced surface treatment ensures reliable function across thousands of rounds.