VLTOR Modular Upper Receiver 223 Rem/5.56 NATO With Forward Assist Black
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VLTOR
Overview
The Vltor Modular Upper Receiver is a stripped A4 receiver designed specifically for the AR-15 platform, chambered in 5.56 NATO. This upper receiver provides the essential foundation for your build, allowing for a versatile configuration with the capability to attach various components, including handguards and barrels. It is commonly used in mid-length gas system builds, making it an excellent choice for those looking to create a balanced and reliable rifle.
Specifications
October 2026 on GunPartPicker
VLTOR Modular Upper Receiver 223 Rem/5.56 NATO With Forward Assist Black ranked #170 of the 844 upper receivers builders added on GunPartPicker in October 2026. Builders have added it to their builds on GunPartPicker. Since April 2026, it ranks #225 of the 2,068 upper receivers builders have added. Builds with this upper receiver are nearly all chambered in 5.56 NATO, mostly on mid-length gas (64%, then carbine-length 18%), and nearly all AR-15.
It was out of stock everywhere we track every time we checked in October 2026, and today none of the 2 retailers we track has it in stock right now. Listed prices start at $197.96 at Brownells for when it comes back.
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Frequently Built With
The part most often added in each category by the builds that include this one
Criterion Barrels 18" .223 Wylde Core Phosphate/Chrome-Lined Rifle Length Barrel 1:8 Twist
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Midwest Industries 9.25" Quad Rail Combat T-Series Free Float Handguard, Black Anodized - MI-CRT9.5
Radian Weapons AR-15 Raptor SD-SL Ambidextrous Charging Handle Black
J P Enterprises Jpbc-2A Full-Mass Bolt & Carrier
Sons of Liberty Gun Works AR-15 Gas Tube Stainless Steel Mid-Length
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Builds Featuring This Part
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| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 23 | $2143.27 |
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