CQB Upper Receiver 16" Picatinny 5.56

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$1,258.99at Brownells

checked Sep 30, 2026

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About this part

The CQB Upper Receiver 16" Picatinny 5.56 is a 16" 5.56 / .223 upper receiver from LMT Defense. One store lists it, Brownells at $1,258.99.

Fits and works with

Caliber: 5.56 / .223 · Shop matching ammo
Bolt: Standard AR-15 (5.56 / 300 BLK / .350 Legend) · Bolt carrier groups
Barrel length: 16" · Handguards

Specifications

Manufacturer: LMT Defense
Platform: AR-15
Caliber: 5.56 mm NATO
Barrel length: 16"
Length: 16

From the manufacturer

Outfit Your Kit with a Kiwi-Ready Carbine

While the New Zealand military might not be anyone's first thought when it comes to emulating a country's military-issue arm, there's no question that the Kiwis have a unique battle rifle that's worth replicating. The Lewis Machine & Tool CQB Starter Kit will get users on their way to having a unique AR-15 that rounds out their military collection.

Each Lewis Machine & Tool CQB Starter Kit includes a monolithic upper receiver that is compatible with any standard mil-spec lower receiver. The kits include a chrome-lined barrel in a New Zealand profile, which is surrounded by a Picatinny-railed, carbine-length handguard.

Chambered in 5.56 NATO
Twist rate: 1:7 inches
Does not include charging handle, bolt-carrier group or User Kit
Matte-black finish

Another unique feature in the Lewis Machine & Tool CQB Starter Kit are the MRP quick-change barrel set-up, and the kits can be had in three different barrel configurations, two 16-inch options and one 10.5-inch model.