FAXON DUTY SERIES 16" SOCOM 5.56 COMPLETE UPPER
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FAXON DUTY SERIES 16" SOCOM 5.56 COMPLETE UPPER
Description
FAXON DUTY SERIES 16" SOCOM 5.56 COMPLETE UPPER
Turnkey reliability for hard-use AR-15 builds — heavy SOCOM contour barrel for outstanding heat control and sustained accuracy, mid-length gas system for smooth cycling, 1:8 twist, A2 flash hider, superfinished nitride BCG, and mil-spec charging handle — all ready to drop onto your lower and go. Made in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio.
5.56 NATO • Duty/Tactical 16" SOCOM Profile Duty Series 4150 CMV Black Nitride QPQ 1:8 Twist Mid-Length Gas Complete w/ BCG & CH Made in Ohio, USA
What it is
The Faxon Duty Series 16" SOCOM 5.56 Complete Upper is a fully assembled, ready-to-install upper built for tactical, duty, training, and defensive use. The heavy SOCOM profile places mass forward to manage heat, reduce mirage, and deliver consistent accuracy even during high-volume or rapid strings of fire — perfect for law enforcement, home defense, competition prep, or rugged builds.
Core component is Faxon’s in-house button-rifled Duty Series 4150 CrMoV barrel (1:8 twist, stress-relieved, MPI-inspected, black nitride finish) paired with a mid-length gas system for softer recoil and reliable function. It includes a standard A2 Bird Cage Flash Hider (1/2×28), Faxon’s superfinished nitride M16 BCG, and a mil-spec charging handle — everything you need to mount and shoot once attached to your lower.
Durable, accurate, and built to last — the complete upper solution you can trust when performance matters.
Who it’s for / not for
- Best for: Duty/tactical rifles, high-volume training, defensive/home-defense builds, quick AR-15 projects needing immediate reliability.
- Good match: Mil-spec AR-15 lowers, red-dot or magnified optics, shooters who value Faxon quality and American-made craftsmanship.
- Not ideal for: Ultralight competition/hunting (consider Gunner series), quick-detach suppressor setups (look at MuzzLok® variants), or carbine-gas preference.
Key features
- 16" SOCOM Profile Barrel — superior heat dissipation, minimal mirage, consistent accuracy under sustained fire
- 4150 CrMoV Steel • Black Nitride — battle-proven longevity, corrosion resistance, easy cleaning
- 1:8 Twist Rate — excellent stabilization of popular 55–77 gr 5.56 loads
- Mid-Length Gas System — smoother recoil impulse, improved reliability & parts life
- A2 Bird Cage Flash Hider — effective flash signature reduction, 1/2×28 threading
- Superfinished Nitride M16 BCG + mil-spec charging handle included
- Made in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio — core components manufactured & upper assembled by Faxon Firearms
Related shopping shortcuts
Backed by Faxon Firearms’ Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Full terms & exclusions: https://faxonfirearms.com/warranty-privacy-terms/
Bill of Materials (exact components used)
Use these links to verify compatibility, plan upgrades, or source spare parts.
| Component | Faxon Part |
|---|---|
| Upper Receiver | FAXON ENHANCED FORGED AR15 UPPER RECEIVER - STRIPPED W/COMPLETION KIT |
| Barrel | FAXON DUTY SERIES SOCOM PROFILE 16" MID-LENGTH 5.56 NATO AR15 BARREL |
| Muzzle Device | A2 Bird Cage Flash Hider |
| Handguard | FAXON STREAMLINE ALUMINUM M-LOK 13" AR15 HANDGUARD |
| Gas Block | FAXON FIXED .750" 3 SCREW LOW PROFILE GAS BLOCK |
| Gas Tube | FAXON MID LENGTH STAINLESS STEEL AR GAS TUBE |
| Bolt Carrier Group | FAXON SUPERFINISHED 5.56 M16 BOLT CARRIER GROUP - NITRIDE |
| Charging Handle | Mil-Spec |
Quick specs summary: Complete 16" 5.56 NATO Duty Series SOCOM-profile upper — 4150 CMV black nitride barrel, 1:8 twist, mid-length gas, A2 flash hider, superfinished nitride BCG, mil-spec charging handle. Built for duty, tactical, and high-volume shooting. Made by Faxon Firearms in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio.
FAQs
Will this upper work on any standard AR-15 lower?▾
Yes — completely compatible with any mil-spec AR-15 lower receiver. Just attach and you're ready to shoot.
Is this upper suppressor ready?▾
The 1/2×28 threaded A2 flash hider allows attachment of direct-thread suppressors. For quick-detach suppressor systems, you may want to upgrade to a compatible muzzle device (see Faxon’s MuzzLok® or other QD options).
Where is this upper manufactured?▾
100% made in the USA — barrel, BCG, machining, and final assembly all performed by Faxon Firearms in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio.
What does the SOCOM profile do better than lighter contours?▾
The heavier contour dramatically improves heat management and reduces mirage, helping maintain accuracy and point of impact during rapid or prolonged fire — ideal for duty, training, and defensive use.
What BCG is included?▾
Faxon’s superfinished nitride M16 BCG — smooth, reliable, and built for high-round-count durability.
What warranty covers this upper?▾
Faxon Firearms Limited Lifetime Warranty. Full details, terms, and service information available at:
https://faxonfirearms.com/warranty-privacy-terms/
Warranty
Faxon Lifetime Guarantee. Covers manufacturing and material defects to the original purchaser. Excludes damage from misuse, neglect, non-standard ammunition, or modifications. Register your product at faxonfirearms.com/product-registration to expedite service. For purchases through dealers or distributors, warranty repairs are handled directly by Faxon Firearms; refunds must be processed through the selling entity. Full policy: faxonfirearms.com/warranty-privacy-terms/Customers Also Shopped These Items
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