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Questions & Answers
Will this fit on a Franklin armory CA11 lower receiver ? Expert Answer

The Spikes Tactical 5.56 Cold Hammer Forged 8.1in Upper Receiver will fit a CA11 lower receiver.

by Hunter, Gear Expert, August 2, 2022
Will this fit on a spikes tactical ar15 lower marked mod st15 ? Multi cal on the side thx it's 5.56/223 Expert Answer

Yes, this Spikes Tactical 5.56 Cold Hammer Forged 8.1in Upper Receiver is compatible with your Spikes Tactical lower receiver.

by Ethan, Gear Expert, June 24, 2022
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This upper is well worth the price tag. Optics has lowest price anywhere! I went to range to test it out and it shot flawlessly and surprisingly not as loud or harsh as I thought for a short pistol upper.
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Helpful Positive Review Good quality by Gunscooby, Verified Owner, August 3, 2018
This is a very nice quality upper from Spikes Tactical. I am very happy with this upper. It was packaged extremely well in thick plastic & bubble wrap and inside a box inside a box. I am very pleased with it and I would definitely purchase again.
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Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO Barrel Length: 8.1 inFinish: Anodized Color: Black Gun Model: AR-15 Additional Features: w/7in SAR3 Rail

Code: 2A8-UFH-5CHFURS3-STU5181-CQ7F

MPN: STU5181-CQ7F

UPC: 810083260914

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Product Info for Spikes Tactical 5.56 Cold Hammer Forged 8.1in Upper Receiver w/7in SAR3

Spikes Tactical complete upper assemblies will arrive to you inspected, tested, and ready to drop-in and go to work. Spikes Tactical maintains their high standard of tolerances and attention to detail as the uppers they use for complete rifle builds. Every built upper and complete gun is test fired before leaving the facility for function check before it reaches you.image

Specifications for Spikes Tactical 5.56 Cold Hammer Forged 8.1in Upper Receiver w/7in SAR3:

Manufacturer: Spikes Tactical
Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
Barrel Length: 8.1 in
Finish: Anodized
Color: Black
Gun Model: AR-15
Additional Features: w/7in SAR3 Rail
Magazine Included: No
Country of Origin: USA

Features of Spikes Tactical 5.56 Cold Hammer Forged 8.1in Upper Receiver w/7in SAR3:

  • Forged Upper Receiver
  • 7075 T6 Construction
  • Forward Assist
  • Ejection Port Door
  • Ejection Port Door Spring
  • Ejection Port Door Rod
  • 8.1in Cold Hammer Forged Barrel
  • DIN 21CrM0V511
  • 1/7 Twist Rate
  • 1/2 X 28 Thread Pitch for Muzzle
  • 5.56 Nato Chamber
  • .750 Gas Block Seat
  • M4 NIB Coated Barrel Extension
  • Black Nitride Coating
  • 7in SAR3 Rail
  • 7075 T6 Barrel Nut
  • 6061 T6 Rail
  • Continuous Top Rail
  • Free Floating 1 Piece
  • Q.D
  • Attachment Points
  • Low Profile Gas Block
  • Solid Billet Steel
  • .750 I.D
  • Pistol Gas Tube
  • Black Nitride Inside and Out
  • Gas Tube Roll Pin
  • Charging Handle
  • Forged Aluminum
  • Mil-Spec Type 3 Coating
  • Phosphate M16 Complete BCG
  • Phosphate Coated
  • Laser Engraved with ST Spider logo
  • High Pressure Tested (HPT)
  • Magnetic Particle Inspected (MPI)
  • A2 Flash Hider
  • 1/2in Crush Washer
  • Weight: 3lb 5oz

Package Contents:

  • Spikes Tactical 5.56 Cold Hammer Forged 8.1in Upper Receiver w/7in SAR3

Spikes Tactical 5.56 Cold Hammer Forged 8.1in Upper Receiver w/7in SAR3 Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

Spikes Tactical Upper 5.56 8.1in CHF Barrel w/7in SAR3, STU5181-CQ7F , MPN: STU5181-CQ7F , UPC: 810083260914 , Code: 2A8-UFH-5CHFURS3-STU5181-CQ7F
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