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The Radian Model 1 Complete Upper is what happens when a company refuses to cut corners. This 16-inch .223 Wylde build is machined from billet 7075-T6 aluminum, wrapped in an extended M-LOK handguard, and topped off in Flat Dark Earth Cerakote that carries color all the way across the receiver and rail. It ships ready to mate up with your AR-15 lower, so you get a premium rifle without sourcing every part yourself.
The heart of this thing is a match-grade 416R stainless steel barrel with a polished crown and M4 feed ramps. The 1:8 twist handles a wide spread of bullet weights, and the .223 Wylde chamber lets you run both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO without giving up precision. Radian backs it with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee when paired with Black Hills match ammo, and a mid-length direct impingement gas system keeps the recoil impulse smooth and the cycling reliable. The muzzle comes threaded 1/2×28 with a Dead Air flash hider installed, so suppressor owners have a natural path forward.
Southpaws and righties both benefit here. The Raptor-SD suppressor-optimized ambidextrous charging handle gives you positive purchase from either side, and its larger latches make running the gun with gloves or under a can far easier. The proprietary extended aluminum handguard runs long, giving you plenty of real estate for lights, lasers, and hand stops, plus a stainless anti-rotation pin that locks it tight to the receiver.
Every Model 1 is assembled one at a time by a trained gunsmith who inspects, test fires, and cleans the upper before it ever leaves the shop. Inside you'll find an enhanced black nitride M16 bolt carrier group and a lightweight forward assist, both chosen for durability and consistent function. It's a serious piece of kit for anyone building out a high-end AR-15, and Radian stands behind it with a lifetime guarantee.
Yes, this is a complete upper. It ships with the Radian Enhanced Black Nitride M16 bolt carrier group and the Raptor-SD ambidextrous charging handle already included, so all you need is a compatible AR-15 lower to complete the rifle.
You can. The .223 Wylde chamber is designed to handle both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO safely while still delivering tight accuracy. It's a great middle ground that gives you flexibility on ammo without sacrificing precision.
It is. The 16-inch barrel is threaded 1/2×28 and comes with a Dead Air flash hider installed, giving you a direct path to a compatible suppressor. The Raptor-SD charging handle is also suppressor-optimized to help vent gas away from your face when running a can.
Radian backs the Model 1 with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee when paired with Black Hills match-grade ammunition. The match-grade 416R stainless barrel, polished crown, and 1:8 twist all contribute to that consistency, and each upper is hand assembled and test fired before shipping.
| UPC | 817093024567 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R0473 |
| Action | |
| Barrel Finish | Black |
| Barrel Length | 16" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .223 Wylde |
| Color | Flat Dark Earth |
| Product Type | Complete |
| Sights | Optic Ready |
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