The Brownells BRN-180 Scnr 223 Wylde 13.9” Complete Upper Receiver Assembly is an upper receiver for AR-15.
The 13.9” upper receiver now comes with a standard A2 flash hider. This allows you to install the muzzle device of your choice to fit your suppressor. All NFA rules apply.
“The difference is in the details,” goes an old saying. It certainly proves true with the Third Generation of our BRN-180 upper receiver. This redesign incorporates a whole series of detail changes based in large part on feedback received from BRN-180 users, and on our own experience putting myriad thousands of rounds through 180s at our test range. We believe these updates result in a decisive advance in the SCNR's ergonomics, adaptability, and reliability.
Before diehard 180 fans start to worry, we have not changed the BRN-180's long-proven, ultra-dependable short-stroke gas piston operating system based on the AR-180. Or the buffer tube free bolt-carrier assembly contained entirely within the receiver. Or the 180's rugged “of a piece” construction. We kept what was good and right and have improved what could be improved. It is still drop-on compatible with a standard mil-spec AR-15 lower receiver, as well as lowers specifically designed for buffer-tubeless uppers and Picatinny mount stocks.
If you own one or more Gen1 or Gen2 models, rest assured that you still have one of the most advanced, innovative, rock-steady dependable AR-15 type upper receivers currently available. If you add a SCNR to your collection, you'll find that it delivers MORE of what the first two “Gens” offered.
When you pick up a BRN-180 SCNR upper, the first thing you'll notice when you reach for the charging handle to check the chamber is.... there's no charging handle. Actually, there is, but we've moved it to the left side of the receiver. It is now non-reciprocating, so you don't have to worry about a mass of metal flying back and forth close to your face while you're shooting. The slot it rides in is sealed by a rubber gasket, so the handle moves freely but the interior of the receiver is protected from incursion of dirt, dust and debris. The quirky old “dogleg” charging handle is replaced by a more streamlined, ergonomic handle that angles downward to provide more clearance around your optic's objective bell.
When you pull back on that charging handle with the BRN-180 upper separated from the lower receiver, you will NOT get the surprise most of us got the first time we did that with a 180 upper. The guide assembly will not come shooting out the back of the receiver due a new retention system. When it's time to remove the rods and bolt-carrier assembly for cleaning, a quick push of the button lets you remove the assembly - no surprises!
Features
- BROWNELLS BRN-180 SCNR 223 WYLDE 13.9” COMPLETE UPPER RECEIVER ASSEMBLY
- BRN-180 SCNR - A NEW GENERATION WITH THE UPGRADES YOU ASKED FOR
Specifications
- Brand: Brownells
- Fits: Brownells|BRN-180 SCNR
- Color: Black
- Finish: Anodized
- Length: 13.9 in
- Style: Complete
- UPC: 050806033528
