Forward Controls Design AR-15 Low Drag Forward Assist Dimpled Steel Black
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Forward Controls Design
Overview
The Forward Controls Design Low Drag Forward Assist is a complete assembly crafted from 4130 steel, designed to provide a streamlined, low-profile option for your AR-15 build. This forward assist enhances reliability by allowing the shooter to ensure the bolt is fully seated, particularly crucial in builds utilizing a carbine gas system with 5.56 NATO caliber. It's commonly found in builds that prioritize a sleek design while maintaining function in critical situations.
Specifications
Forward Controls Design AR-15 Low Drag Forward Assist Dimpled Steel Black
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Build history on GunPartPicker
Builders have added the Forward Controls Design AR-15 Low Drag Forward Assist Dimpled Steel Black to their builds on GunPartPicker. Since April 2026, it ranks #12 of the 69 forward assists builders have added. Builds with this forward assist are mostly chambered in 5.56 NATO (68%, then .223 Wylde 11%), split between mid-length (53%) and carbine-length (33%) gas systems, and mostly AR-15 (88%, then AR-10 13%).
It was in stock most times we checked in October 2026, and today all 6 retailers we track have it in stock. Buying today, the lowest price is $39.99 at Brownells, which matches the best price we saw in October.
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Builds Featuring This Part
See all builds →Builds in the community that include the Forward Controls Design Llc Ar-15 Low Drag Forward Assist Dimpled Steel Black
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 23 | $2933.81 |
 | 33 | $2850.76 |
| 21 | $3679.31 |
 | 19 | $2134.73 |
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