6.5 Grendel Upper
The 6.5 Grendel cartridge may be one of the most versatile round for the intermediate ranges used in target shooting and hunting. This isn’t your .223/5.56 Nato round for your AR. If you’re looking for accuracy and knockdown power out to 600 yards with your AR, this is the cartridge to go with.
In order to use the 6.5 Grendel you need to change out the uppers of the AR.
6.5 Grendel Info
This upper is getting popular which is why factory ammunitions are making the 6.5 Grendel more available for anyone that wants to push it out to the limit.
The 6.5 Grendel caliber was created to combine the power of the 7.62 and the Ballistic Coefficient (flat trajectory) of the 5.56 NATO round. These upgraded rounds will improve the range of your AR, reduces recoil and a flat trajectory over long distances.
Whats cool about AR’s is that you don’t need to buy a new rifle to shoot the 6.5 Grendel. Just change your upper to fit the 6.5 Grendel. Switching it out is a breeze. Plus no FFL paperwork to be hassled with.
The cost and weight of the 6.5 Grendel round is cheaper/lighter than a .308 round. If you want to shoot more than go with the 6.5 Grendel.
Speaking of price, be prepare to fork out anywhere from $350 to $500 for the Grendel.
6.5 Grendel Upper Features
Here are some 6.5 Grendel upper features to consider when choosing one.
Forged – Most upper receiver from manufacturers are either forged, machined or cast. The standard is a forged upper receiver. Forged metal retains more strength than other types.
Customization Friendly – Choose an upper that you can switch out barrels and have space for your optics. Most upper comes with a barrel and a handguard. This combo can save you money.
Forward Assist
This was something that I had taken for granted while in the military. Now as a Joe citizen, having forward assist on your AR is good to have for cycling malfunctions.
For these precision shooting at 400 to 600 yards get yourself a 16″ or 20″ barrel with these uppers.
This isn’t the complete list of 6.5 Grendel uppers but a decent one to start with, have a look.
Here’s another look of a 6.5 Grendel on a Budget from 704 Tactical
6.5 Grendel Info
This upper is getting popular which is why factory ammunitions are making the 6.5 Grendel more available for anyone that wants to push it out to the limit.
The 6.5 Grendel caliber was created to combine the power of the 7.62 and the Ballistic Coefficient (flat trajectory) of the 5.56 NATO round. These upgraded rounds will improve the range of your AR, reduces recoil and a flat trajectory over long distances.
Whats cool about AR’s is that you don’t need to buy a new rifle to shoot the 6.5 Grendel. Just change your upper to fit the 6.5 Grendel. Switching it out is a breeze. Plus no FFL paperwork to be hassled with.
The cost and weight of the 6.5 Grendel round is cheaper/lighter than a .308 round. If you want to shoot more than go with the 6.5 Grendel.
Speaking of price, be prepare to fork out anywhere from $350 to $500 for the Grendel.
6.5 Grendel Upper Features
Here are some 6.5 Grendel upper features to consider when choosing one.
Forged – Most upper receiver from manufacturers are either forged, machined or cast. The standard is a forged upper receiver. Forged metal retains more strength than other types.
Customization Friendly – Choose an upper that you can switch out barrels and have space for your optics. Most upper comes with a barrel and a handguard. This combo can save you money.
Forward Assist
This was something that I had taken for granted while in the military. Now as a Joe citizen, having forward assist on your AR is good to have for cycling malfunctions.
For these precision shooting at 400 to 600 yards get yourself a 16″ or 20″ barrel with these uppers.
This isn’t the complete list of 6.5 Grendel uppers but a decent one to start with, have a look.
- PSA 20″ RIFLE-LENGTH 6.5 GRENDEL 1/8 STAINLESS STEEL 15″ M-LOK UPPER WITH BCG & CH
The barrel is 416R Stainless steel. Chambered in 6.5 Grendel, with a 1:8 twist, M4 barrel extension, and a rifle-length gas system. Barrel is finished off with a PSA 15″ Lightweight M-Lok free float rail, .750 adjustable gas block, and A2 flash hider.
Forged 7075-T6 A3 AR upper is machined to MIL-SPECS and hard coat anodized. Review comments: This baby shoots great! Down to 0.5 MOA with a little time perfecting handloads, and sub-MOA with good ammunition (not bulk ammo).MSRP$350 - BCA AR-15 Complete Upper Assembly
The BCA Complete Upper Assembly has a 20″ stainless steel heavy barrel, 1:8 twist rate and a 15″ MLOK. This complete upper receiver is chambered in 6.5 Grendel type II and machined with .300 black out feed ramps (both in the lower and barrel extension) and comes with a BCA BCG and charging handle. Review comments: It is one of the best uppers I have in my safe. Don’t guess on this one just buy it and have fun at long ranges. MSRP$250 - Hardened Arms 18″ 6.5 Grendel Melonited 12″ HD Quad Rail Upper
A 18″ 6.5 Grendel machined from Mil-B Spec 4150CMV and melonited delivers the accuracy potential of this cartridge in a light weight package ideal for hunting and mixed range tactical engagements. The flat trajectory, high feet per second velocity of the round lends it self to hunting medium game or tactical situations at range. Our 12″ tactical quad is machined here in our factory to give you the best fit and Type III, Class 2 anodized finish. MSRP$260 - Sanders Armory USA 16″ 6.5 Grendel Type II Stainless Steel Contour Upper Assembly with BCG
The Sanders Armory 16″ 6.5 Grendel Type II Stainless Steel Contour Upper Assembly Package includes:
Billet Forward Assist and Dust Cover, 16″ Stainless Steel Contour 6.5 Grendel (Type II) Barrel with with 1:8 Twist and Carbine Length Gas, 15″ Free Float Slim Line Keymod OR MLOK Handguard, AR-10 Stainless Steel Tapered Fat Comp Muzzle Brake, Sanders Armory Standard Charging Handle. Some folks that have run one say, they can print a .57 MOA group at 100 yards. MSRP$490 - Grendel Hunter 20” Upper
Has a 20” Satern Liberty barrel with a Grendel Hunter designed slanted 3-port muzzle device. Many Grendel users like the muzzle device. This upper is an Aero Precision M4E1 includes a dust cover, forward assist and a Strike Industries charging handle. Shooting it out at 400 yards, you can get .44 MOA, 1.86″ group, if you’re a competent marksman. MSRP$450
Here’s another look of a 6.5 Grendel on a Budget from 704 Tactical
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