PSA 8.5" Pistol-length 5.56 NATO 1/7 Nitride 7" Lightweight M-LOK Upper w/o BCG or CH - 516447044
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Palmetto State Armory
Overview
The PSA 8.5" Pistol-length 5.56 NATO Upper Receiver is a complete assembly designed for the AR-15 platform, featuring an 8.5-inch barrel with a 1:7 twist rate that stabilizes a variety of bullet weights. With a pistol gas system, this upper offers reliable cycling and performance in compact builds, making it a great choice for shooters looking for a lightweight and maneuverable option. This upper is commonly found in builds that prioritize a compact, high-velocity setup for close-quarters engagements.
Specifications
PSA 8.5" Pistol-length 5.56 NATO 1/7 Nitride 7" Lightweight M-LOK Upper w/o BCG or CH - 516447044
September 2026 on GunPartPicker
PSA 8.5" Pistol-length 5.56 NATO 1/7 Nitride 7" Lightweight M-LOK Upper w/o BCG or CH - 516447044 ranked #117 of the 615 upper receivers builders added on GunPartPicker in September 2026. Builders have been adding it to their builds on GunPartPicker since January 2026. All time, it ranks #177 of the 1,654 upper receivers builders have added. Builds with this upper receiver are nearly all chambered in 5.56 NATO, nearly all on pistol-length gas, and nearly all AR-15.
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in September 2026, and today the one retailer we track has it in stock. Prices barely moved in September 2026, holding around $219.99, so there haven't been real sales lately. Buying today, the lowest price is $219.99 at Palmetto State Armory, which matches the best price we saw in September.
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Builds Featuring This Part
See all 1 →Builds in the community that include the PSA 8.5" Pistol-length 5.56 NATO 1/7 Nitride 7" Lightweight M-Lok Upper w/o BCG or CH - 516447044
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 23 | $4156.65 |
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