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is this a mid length gas system or carbine length gas system? Featured Answer

Mid length

by Reggie Broen, Verified Owner, March 4, 2019
Is the barrel lined? If so, what type? Expert Answer

Radical Firearms does not specifically state if the Radical Firearms 16 in. 5.56 SOCOM Upper Assembly barrel is lined. However, they do state that the barrel is Melonite Coated.

by Hunter, Gear Expert, August 4, 2022
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Amazing upper by Riccie, Verified Owner, March 26, 2018
Amazing upper by Radical Firearms, I was in search of a 16 inch upper and came across this amazing deal and could not let it pass by. Very accurate, shot 1,200 rounds the first day with it and had a good time.
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Radicalarms by TC, March 6, 2019
Impressive. Very tight fit to my lower. Very light weight. Took a little longer to get it than I had hoped for but was happy with the product when I received it. Optics Planet was very easy to deal with and glad they offer lower price products.
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Radical upper by Ranch, October 15, 2021
This was a great purchase very nice upper. Perfect fit on my colt lower. Gun shot like a dream. I will be getting more for my 80% lowers. This was my first time using radical fire arms product and I’m very pleased with my choice.
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Very nice upper and what a deal by Just bundle it, Verified Owner, October 21, 2021
This first things first this is an amazing deal the 15-in m lock quad rail is a Magpul and by itself is 90 bucks even on this site. The barrel's nice nothing fancy I took the a2 birdcage right off threads are real nice for any other muzzle device. ...
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this upper is a great buy by mike, Verified Owner, November 16, 2021
I purchased this because i wanted a cheap ar upper to practice cerakote on. The finish leaves something to be desired so coating this would really enhance its looks. I dropped in a bootleg inc bcg and slapped it on my aero lower to test fire. Everyth...
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Great upper wrong caliber by John Napier, Verified Owner, December 24, 2021
I ordered this for my father for Christmas. We opened gifts a little bit ago and we jumped in to putting this thing together so we could shoot tomorrow and sight it in. We got everything put together red dot mounted and I seen 5he stamping on the top...
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Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO Overall Length: 25 inBarrel Length: 16 inBarrel Twist Rate: 1-7 Muzzle Device: A2 Flash Hider Finish: Black Hard Coat Anodized Type III, Class 2 Color: Black Gun Model: AR-15 Condition: New Handguard Length: 15 inAdditional Features: w/o BCG and CH Included Accessories: Standard Weight: 4 lb

Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-15FCR

MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-15FCR

UPC: 816903024995

List: $309.95Save 31%
$214.94

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Product Info for Radical Firearms 16 in. 5.56 SOCOM Upper Assembly

Get law enforcement grade quality when you swap in this Radical Firearms 16 in. 5.56 SOCOM Upper Assembly. These AR15 Upper Receivers crafted by Radical Firearms are incredibly easy to install since they come fully assembled and utilize drop-in installation. With the RF 16in 5.56mm SOCOM Radical Rail Upper Assembly, you get full customization of attachments with the integrated Keymod attachment points on the sides and bottom as well as the Picatinny rails on the fore end which let you mount lights, optics, lasers, bipods, and other accessories as you please. This assembly kit includes everything you need to complete your AR platform upper receiver except the bolt carrier group and charging handle which are available separately. Enhance your firearm with premium gun parts when you incorporate this Radical Firearms MIL-SPEC Upper Assembly.image

Specifications for Radical Firearms 16 in. 5.56 SOCOM Upper Assembly:

Manufacturer: Radical Firearms
Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
Overall Length: 25 in
Barrel Length: 16 in
Barrel Twist Rate: 1-7
Muzzle Device: A2 Flash Hider
Finish: Black Hard Coat Anodized Type III, Class 2
Color: Black
Gun Model: AR-15
Condition: New
Handguard Length: 15 in
Gun Rail: M-LOK
Gun Make: AR Platform
Additional Features: w/o BCG and CH
Included Accessories: Standard
Weight: 4 lb
Magazine Included: No
Length: 15 in
Model: Slim Rail System (FCR)

Package Contents:

  • Radical Firearms 16 in. 5.56 SOCOM Upper Assembly

Radical Firearms 16 in. 5.56 SOCOM Upper Assembly Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 15 inch FCR, A2 FH, w/o BCG and CH, Black, FU16-5.56SOC-15FCR , MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-15FCR , UPC: 816903024995 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-15FCR

Radical Firearms 16 in. 5.56 SOCOM Upper Assembly Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • DEMO, Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 15 inch FCR, A2 FH, w/o BCG and CH, Black, FU16-5.56SOC-15FCR , MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-15FCR-DEMO , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-15FCR-DEMO
  • DEMO, Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 12 inch FCR, A2 FH, w/o BCG and CH, Black, FU16-5.56SOC-12FCR , MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-12FCR-DEMO , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-12FCR-DEMO
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 12 inch FCR, A2 FH, w/o BCG and CH, Black, FU16-5.56SOC-12FCR , MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-12FCR , UPC: 816903024988 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-12FCR
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 12 inch FQR, w/o BCG and CH, Black, FU16-5.56SOC-12FQR , MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-12FQR , UPC: 814034024433 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-12FQR
  • USED DEMO, Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 15 inch FHR, w/BCG and CH, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-15FHR, EDEMO1, Condition Fair, Other , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-15FHR-DEMO-EDEMO1 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-15FHR-DEMO-EDEMO-OT-D
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 15 inch FTR, w/o BCG and CH, Black, FU16-5.56SOC-15FTR , MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-15FTR , UPC: 814034024532 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-15FTR
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 12 inch FHR, w/o BCG and CH, Black, FU16-5.56SOC-12FHR , MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-12FHR , UPC: 814034024440 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-12FHR
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 15 inch FHR, w/o BCG and CH, Black, FU16-5.56SOC-15FHR , MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-15FHR , UPC: 814034024525 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-15FHR
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 12 inch FTR, w/o BCG and CH, Black, FU16-5.56SOC-12FTR , MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-12FTR , UPC: 814034024457 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-12FTR
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 15 inch MHR, A2 FH, w/o BCG and CH, Black, FU16-5.56SOC-15MHR , MPN: FU16-5.56SOC-15MHR , UPC: 816903022014 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-FU16-5-56SOC-15MHR
  • DEMO, Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 12 inch FHR, w/BCG and CH, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-12FHR , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-12FHR-DEMO , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-12FHR-DEMO
  • DEMO, Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 15 inch FHR, w/BCG and CH, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-15FHR , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-15FHR-DEMO , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-15FHR-DEMO
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 12 inch FQR, w/BCG and CH, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-12FQR , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-12FQR , UPC: 814034029971 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-12FQR
  • Radical Firearms Complete Upper Assembly, 16in 5.56 SOCOM, 1/7 Twist, 12in FGS, MOE, A2 Flash Hider, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-12FGS , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-12FGS , UPC: 814034029964 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-12FGS
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 12 inch FHR, w/BCG and CH, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-12FHR , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-12FHR , UPC: 081403402998 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-12FHR
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 15 inch FTR, w/BCG and CH, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-15FTR , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-15FTR , UPC: 816903020577 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-15FTR
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 15 inch FHR, w/BCG and CH, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-15FHR , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-15FHR , UPC: 814034029995 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-15FHR
  • Radical Firearms Upper Assembly, 16 inch 5.56 SOCOM mid, 12 inch FTR, w/BCG and CH, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-12FTR , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-12FTR , UPC: 081690302056 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-12FTR
  • Radical Firearms Complete Upper Assembly, 16in 5.56 SOCOM, 1/7 Twist, 12in MHR, M-LOK, A2 Flash Hider, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-12MHR , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-12MHR , UPC: 816903023998 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-12MHR
  • Radical Firearms Complete Upper Assembly, 16in 5.56 SOCOM, 1/7 Twist, 12in RPR, M-LOK, A2 Flash Hider, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-12RPR , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-12RPR , UPC: 816903026746 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-12RPR
  • Radical Firearms Complete Upper Assembly, 16in 5.56 SOCOM, 1/7 Twist, 15in RPR, M-LOK, A2 Flash Hider, Black, CFU16-5.56SOC-15RPR , MPN: CFU16-5.56SOC-15RPR , UPC: 816903025633 , Code: 2CS-UFH-16SM5-CFU16-5-56SOC-15RPR
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