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Reviewed on April 4, 2026Verified with Build
feels like a much more expensive receiver
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Ballistic Advantage AR-15 Upper Receiver - Black
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Ballistic Advantage
Overview
The Ballistic Advantage AR-15 Upper Receiver is a stripped upper designed specifically for the AR-15 platform, featuring a sleek black finish. This upper receiver provides the essential foundation for your rifle, allowing you to customize your build with various components. It is commonly utilized in builds that incorporate a carbine gas system and chambered for 5.56 NATO, making it a versatile choice for both tactical and recreational applications.
Specifications
MPNBAPA100049
AssemblyComplete
PlatformAR-15
ColorBlack
Ballistic Advantage AR-15 Upper Receiver - Black
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August 2026 on GunPartPicker
Ballistic Advantage AR-15 Upper Receiver - Black ranked #291 of the 690 upper receivers builders added on GunPartPicker in August 2026. Builders have been adding it to their builds on GunPartPicker since February 2026. All time, it ranks #604 of the 1,636 upper receivers builders have added. Builds with this upper receiver are split between 5.56 NATO (50%) and .223 Wylde (25%), split between carbine-length (50%) and mid-length (33%) gas systems, and nearly all AR-15.
It was hard to find in August 2026, in stock on only 9 of the 25 days we checked, and today none of the 4 retailers we track has it in stock right now. Prices barely moved in August 2026, holding around $124.99, so there haven't been real sales lately. Listed prices start at $90.25 at KY Gun Company for when it comes back.
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Build Configuration Breakdown
Aggregated and anonymized data showing how builders use this product
CaliberBased on real build data showing which calibers builders choose alongside this product.
50%
5.56 NATO50%
.223 Wylde25%
300 Blackout12.5%
.223 Remington12.5%
Gas SystemBased on real build data showing which gas system lengths builders use with this product.
50%
Carbine50%
Mid-Length33.3%
Pistol16.7%
Builds Featuring This Part
See all 8 →Builds in the community that include the Ballistic Advantage Ar-15 Upper Receiver - Black
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 11 | $452.68 |
 | 8 | $1131.01 |
 | 14 | $760.11 |
 | 28 | $3112.14 |
| 8 | $659.09 |
 | 14 | $1124.82 |
| 32 | $2658.83 |
 | 13 | $998.77 |
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