FAXON MATCH SERIES 12.5" 6MM ARC GUNNER COMPLETE UPPER
FaxonFAXON MATCH SERIES 12.5" 6MM ARC GUNNER COMPLETE UPPER
Compact power for long-range precision — 12.5" Gunner profile barrel with Nickel Teflon extension for smooth feeding, carbine-length gas system for reliable short-barrel cycling, 1:7.5 twist optimized for 6MM ARC ballistics, MuzzLok® ported flash hider for flash reduction and muzzle control, Streamline 10.75" M-LOK handguard, superfinished 6.5 Grendel/ARC BCG, and Breek® Sledgehammer charging handle — built for hunting, competition, and tactical use in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio.
What it is
The Faxon Match Series 12.5" 6MM ARC Gunner Complete Upper is a compact, high-performance complete upper designed for long-range precision in short-barrel AR-15 pistols or SBRs. The 6MM ARC cartridge offers flat trajectories, high velocity, and excellent ballistics in a lightweight package — perfect for hunting, competition, or tactical applications where reach and portability matter.
Centered on Faxon’s Match Series Gunner profile barrel (button-rifled in-house, 1:7.5 twist, stress-relieved, MPI-inspected, Nickel Teflon extension for reliable feeding) with carbine-length gas system for dependable short-barrel function. It ships with Faxon’s MuzzLok® ported flash hider (7.62 steel, nitride) for effective flash suppression and porting to reduce muzzle rise. Paired with the Streamline 10.75" M-LOK handguard, fixed low-profile gas block, carbine-length stainless gas tube, superfinished 6.5 Grendel/ARC Type 2 BCG (.136" bolt face, nitride), and Faxon Edition Breek® Sledgehammer gas-blocking charging handle — fully assembled and ready to mount.
Sub-MOA capable and built for versatility — the Match Series complete upper that brings long-range power to compact builds.
Who it’s for / not for
- Best for: Compact hunting rifles, SBR/PDW precision builds, long-range target shooting, competition setups needing 6MM ARC ballistics in a short package.
- Good match: Mil-spec AR-15 lowers, magnified optics (2–10x, 3–15x), bipods, braced pistols or registered SBRs.
- Not ideal for: Ultra-close-quarters defense (consider 5.56 or 300 BLK), ultralight backpacking (try Pencil profile), high-volume plinking (6MM ARC ammo cost & availability).
Key features
- 12.5" Gunner Profile Barrel — lightweight yet rigid, excellent harmonics and velocity for long-range accuracy in compact form
- Match Series 4150 CMV • Nickel Teflon Extension — sub-MOA capable, smooth feeding, corrosion-resistant
- 1:7.5 Twist Rate — stabilizes popular 80–108 gr 6MM ARC projectiles
- Carbine-Length Gas System — reliable function in short barrels
- MuzzLok® Ported Flash Hider — flash reduction + ports to minimize muzzle rise
- Faxon Streamline 10.75" M-LOK Handguard — lightweight, modular accessory mounting
- Superfinished 6.5 Grendel/ARC BCG + Breek® Sledgehammer Charging Handle included
- Made in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio — 100% Faxon Firearms manufactured & assembled
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Bill of Materials (exact components used)
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| Component | Faxon Part |
|---|---|
| Upper Receiver | FAXON ENHANCED FORGED AR15 UPPER RECEIVER - STRIPPED W/COMPLETION KIT |
| Barrel | FAXON MATCH SERIES GUNNER PROFILE 12.5" CARBINE-LENGTH 6MM ARC AR15 BARREL |
| Muzzle Device | FAXON MUZZLOK® PORTED 7.62 STEEL FLASH HIDER- NITRIDE |
| Handguard | FAXON STREAMLINE ALUMINUM M-LOK 10.75" AR15 HANDGUARD |
| Gas Block | FAXON FIXED .750" 3 SCREW LOW PROFILE GAS BLOCK |
| Gas Tube | FAXON CARBINE LENGTH STAINLESS STEEL AR GAS TUBE |
| Bolt Carrier Group | FAXON SUPERFINISHED 6.5 GRENDEL/ARC TYPE 2 BOLT CARRIER GROUP .136 - NITRIDE |
| Charging Handle | FAXON EDITION BREEK® SLEDGEHAMMER AR15 GAS BLOCKING CHARGING HANDLE |
Quick specs summary: Complete 12.5" 6MM ARC Match Series Gunner upper — 4150 CMV Nickel Teflon barrel (1:7.5 twist, carbine gas), MuzzLok® ported flash hider (7.62 steel, nitride), Streamline 10.75" M-LOK handguard, superfinished 6.5 Grendel/ARC BCG, Breek® Sledgehammer charging handle. Compact precision for long-range hunting and competition. Made by Faxon Firearms in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio.
FAQs
Is this compatible with standard AR-15 lower receivers?▾
Yes. This complete 6MM ARC upper mates directly with standard mil-spec AR-15 lower receivers—just attach and you're ready to shoot (uses 6.5 Grendel/Type 2 magazines).
What is the MuzzLok® ported flash hider?▾
The MuzzLok® ported flash hider reduces visible muzzle flash while ports help control muzzle rise for faster follow-up shots — excellent for low-light hunting or tactical scenarios.
Where is the upper manufactured?▾
100% made in the USA — barrel, BCG, charging handle, and final assembly all performed by Faxon Firearms in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio.
What is “Match Series” and why choose it?▾
Match Series barrels are precision-rifled for sub-MOA accuracy with features like Nickel Teflon extensions for reliable feeding — ideal for precision shooting and hunting where shot placement matters most.
What’s the advantage of the Gunner profile in a short barrel?▾
The Gunner profile blends lightweight design with added rigidity forward, providing excellent balance, heat resistance, and harmonics for consistent accuracy in compact builds — great for short-barrel long-range performance.
What BCG and charging handle are included?▾
Includes Faxon’s superfinished nitride 6.5 Grendel/ARC Type 2 BCG (.136" bolt face) and the Faxon Edition Breek® Sledgehammer gas-blocking charging handle for enhanced reliability in short-barrel setups.
What warranty covers this upper?▾
Faxon Firearms Limited Lifetime Warranty. Full details, terms, and service information available at:
https://faxonfirearms.com/warranty-privacy-terms/
- Caliber:
- 6mm ARC