FAXON SUPERFINISHED 6.5 GRENDEL/ARC GUNNER LIGHWEIGHT TYPE 2 BCG .136 - NITRIDE
FaxonFaxon Superfinished 6.5 Grendel/ARC Gunner Lightweight Type 2 BCG (.136) – Nitride
Category: Rifle Parts
Platform: AR15
Series: Bolt Carrier Groups
Caliber/Cartridge: 6.5 Grendel, 6mm ARC, 22 ARC, 338 ARC
SKU: FF65GBCGCNITRIDE-LW | UPC: 810209950156
MSRP: $249.00
The Faxon Superfinished 6.5 Grendel/ARC Gunner Lightweight Type 2 BCG (Nitride) combines two proven Faxon performance upgrades into one purpose-built package: the Gunner Lightweight carrier body and the Type 2 (.136") Grendel/ARC bolt. The result is a reduced-mass bolt carrier group designed to deliver fast, smooth cycling and reliable function across the Grendel/ARC bolt-face family.
The Type 2 bolt is machined from 9310 tool steel, fully MPI tested, heat treated, and shot peened. The bolt and carrier are treated with salt bath nitride for increased surface hardness, reduced friction, and superior corrosion resistance compared to traditional phosphate finishes. Faxon’s Superfinish on the carrier body helps reduce fouling and promotes smoother operation.
Faxon recommends the use of an adjustable gas block with Gunner Lightweight bolt carrier groups to properly tune the gas system—especially when changing ammunition, buffer systems, or running suppressed.
Key Features
- Gunner Lightweight carrier body for reduced reciprocating mass and faster cycling
- Type II (.136") bolt for the Grendel/ARC bolt-face family
- 9310 Tool Steel Bolt
- Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
- Full MIL-SPEC Heat Treatment & Shot Peened to MIL-SPEC
- Back of lugs chamfered for reliable cycling
- Spring, Insert, & “Crane” O-Ring Installed
- Salt Bath Nitrided Bolt & Carrier
- S7 Extractor
- Superfinished Carrier Body
- M16 Pattern – Full Auto Compatible
- Forward Assist Serrations
- Gas key secured with grade 8 fasteners and fully staked
Compatibility: Designed for 6.5 Grendel and also compatible with 6mm ARC, 22 ARC, and 338 ARC applications that use the Type 2 (.136") bolt specification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Type 2 (.136") mean?
Type 2 refers to the .136" bolt face depth used by many 6.5 Grendel and ARC-family barrels. Always confirm your barrel’s bolt requirement before purchase.
Why choose a Gunner Lightweight BCG?
Lightweight carriers reduce reciprocating mass, which can improve cycling speed and reduce recoil impulse for faster follow-up shots—especially in tuned or competition-oriented builds.
Do I need an adjustable gas block?
It’s strongly recommended. Lightweight carriers often require less gas, and an adjustable gas block makes it easier to tune reliability and recoil across ammo types, buffers, and suppressor use.
Is this bolt carrier group full-auto compatible?
Yes. This is an M16-pattern carrier that maintains the full-auto trip sear and includes forward assist serrations.