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Phase 5 Weapon Systems
Overview
The Phase 5 Tactical AR-15 EBR V3 Extended Bolt Release is designed to enhance the functionality of your firearm by providing an extended surface area for easy manipulation. This extended design allows for quicker and more efficient bolt release, which can be particularly useful in high-pressure situations or when wearing gloves. This bolt release is commonly found in mid-length gas system builds chambered in 5.56 NATO, making it a practical addition for those looking to optimize their AR-15 setup.
Phase 5 Tactical AR-15 Ebr V3 Extended Bolt Release was the fifth most added bolt catch on GunPartPicker in August 2026, behind the Phase 5 Version 2 Extended Bolt Release, 2.15" - EBRV2, with about 5% of all bolt catches added to builds. Up from #10 in July. Builds with this bolt catch are mostly chambered in 5.56 NATO (67%, then 300 Blackout 33%), split between pistol-length (33%) and mid-length (33%) gas systems, and mostly AR-15 (89%, then AR-10 11%).
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in August 2026, and today 8 of the 9 retailers we track have it in stock. It dipped to $42.57 at Optics Planet for a stretch in August 2026, well under its usual $49.99 to $54.99, so sales do come around. Buying today, the lowest price is $49.99 at GritR Sports, above August's low of $42.57, so a better deal may come back.
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Builds in the community that include the Phase 5 Tactical Ar-15 Ebr V3 Extended Bolt Release
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 22 | $3000.94 |
 | 19 | $1187.97 |
 | 19 | $1187.97 |
 | 21 | $1764.85 |
 | 23 | $3509.26 |
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Top reviews
paddle extends past the standard release just enough to thumb it under load. doesnt protrude so far that it gets pressed by a sling. mil spec lower install is direct, no relief cut needed
Phase 5 EBR V3 extended bolt release has slightly different black anodize than my Phase 5 lower in direct light. Mechanically perfect, larger shelf makes lockback fast. Drop in fitment in any milspec receiver with the standard catch spring.
