VKTR V3 Forged 5.56 13.7" Barrel Upper Receiver - California Compliant

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Description

The VKTR V3 Forged Upper Receiver delivers precision manufacturing and reliable performance for AR-15 platform builds. This 5.56 NATO chambered upper features a 13.7-inch barrel with integrated muzzle device to achieve optimal barrel length while maintaining California compliance requirements.

What Makes This Different

This forged upper receiver assembly combines mil-spec construction with modern manufacturing tolerances for consistent accuracy. The 13.7-inch barrel length provides an ideal balance between velocity retention and maneuverability compared to standard 16-inch configurations. California-specific modifications ensure legal compliance without compromising functionality or reliability.

Key Features

Forged 7075-T6 aluminum upper receiver with Type III hard anodizing
13.7-inch chrome-lined barrel chambered in 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington
Integrated muzzle device permanently attached for California compliance
M4 feed ramps for enhanced reliability with various ammunition types
Standard Picatinny rail system compatible with most optics and accessories
Mil-spec barrel extension with proper headspace dimensions
Black anodized finish provides corrosion resistance and durability

Field testing demonstrates consistent sub-2 MOA accuracy with quality ammunition across multiple shooting scenarios. The barrel profile maintains rigidity during rapid fire sequences while dissipating heat effectively. This upper receiver functions reliably in competition environments, training applications, and defensive configurations where California regulations apply.

Technical Specs

Caliber: 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington
Barrel Length: 13.7 inches
Overall Length: Approximately 19.5 inches
Weight: 2.8-3.2 pounds (estimated)
Twist Rate: 1:7 or 1:8 inches (standard for 5.56)
Gas System: Mid-length
Finish: Type III Hard Anodized Black
Thread Pitch: 1/2x28 TPI (permanently attached muzzle device)
Compatibility: Standard AR-15 lower receivers

This upper receiver assembly provides California shooters with a compliant solution that maintains the performance characteristics expected from quality AR-15 components. The forged construction and precision manufacturing ensure long-term reliability across thousands of rounds.