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Caracal CAR816 Upper 11.5" 556
Caracal CAR816 A2 Upper 11.5" 556
 
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The Caracal USA CAR816 A2 complete upper receiver chambered in 5.56 NATO features 11.5 inch 4150 CMV barrel, short-stroke piston system, three-position adjustable gas valve, anti-tilt carrier, Carpenter 158 bolt and MLOK handguard. A push-button gas valve rotation allows easy front removal of piston assembly. Built to exceed NATO test protocols, Caracal firearms undergo rigorous bore obstruction testing - significantly reducing the risk of catastrophic failure, and ensuring reliability under extreme conditions.
Technical Specs
  • Fits milspec AR15 lowers
  • Made in the USA
  • Caliber 5.56x45mm NATO
  • 4lb 4oz in weight
  • Forged 7075 Type III anodized receiver
  • Short-stroke push rod piston system
  • 3-position adjustable gas valve
  • 11.5 inch barrel 4150 CMV QPQ nitride
  • 1:7 twist threaded 1/2X28 w/A2 flash hider
  • Monolithic QPQ anti-tilt carrier
  • Carpenter 158 bolt
  • Internal-latching ambidextrous charging handle
  • Caracal barrel extension/chamber design
  • Caracal 9.1 inch MLOK handguard w/keylock anti-cant
  • Dual integrated QD attachment points
  • Limited lifetime warranty to original owner

Average Customer Review: Average Customer Review: 5 of 5 5 of 5 Total Reviews: 2  Write a review.

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5 of 5 Happy Return Customer June 23, 2026
Reviewer: Dale Jason from Gotha, FL  
I am a repeat customer, because when a business provides an excellent service all around (i.e. promptly answering questions every time and quick shipment), it shows that they indeed appreciate your patronage. Actions speak volumes. This guy, Mike, has his act together. Any potential customer would be doing themselves a great favor by shopping Fortress Tactical. You'll be well pleased, guaranteed.

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5 of 5 Great upper January 8, 2026
Reviewer: Ryan Wilson from Claysville, PA  
Had fast shipping and took the upper out to the range soon as I got it. Put 150 rounds through it on the first trip to get it sighted in. Seems over gassed even without the suppressor and a H3 buffer, but it was 100% reliable. May try a stronger Sprinco spring next time out. Upper stayed cool and clean due to the piston system. Had no problems hitting steel at 400 yards with M193 ammo.

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