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AR-15 · Lower receiver
Battle Arms Development BAD556-LW Lightweight Ambi Lower
Price varies
Standard AR-15 lower for all five calibers. 7.62x39 steel mags can bind or fail to lock back in some magwells; an enhanced bolt catch or specific mag brand may be needed. .450 BM uses dedicated straight-wall mags that fit a standard magwell.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Very light at 6.8 oz
- Billet 7075-T6
- Fully ambi controls
Cons
- Expensive and often sold only as a set
- Lightening cuts reduce strength margin
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