Battle Arms Development AR-9 Xiphos Lower Receiver
Best premium foundation for custom pistol caliber carbine builds.
A precision-engineered foundation for custom builds that prioritizes weight reduction and structural integrity. The skeletonized design and flared magazine well offer a modern, performance-focused upgrade for those assembling a reliable pistol-caliber platform.
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Who it's for
- Shooters seeking a premium, reliable foundation for a custom build
- Competitive shooters prioritizing speed and fluid weapon manipulation
- Glock owners wanting cross-platform magazine and ammunition compatibility
Who should skip it
- Budget builders looking for the most cost-effective entry into PCCs
- Customizers who prefer using universal mil-spec internal components
- Novice builders wanting a ready-to-fire component out of the box
Performance breakdown
Material Integrity
7075-T6 aluminum provides exceptional strength-to-weight ratio for high-stress shooting.
Weight Optimization
Skeletonized design sheds unnecessary ounces without sacrificing critical structural support.
Reload Efficiency
Flared magazine well significantly smooths and speeds up rapid magazine changes.
Component Compatibility
Standard Mil-spec integration ensures hassle-free assembly with most aftermarket parts.
Fitment Precision
Integrated tension screws eliminate wobble between upper and lower receiver halves.
Finish Durability
Hard anodized coating resists wear and corrosion in harsh field conditions.
Key Specs
Material
7075-T6 Aerospace Aluminum
Finish
MIL-A-8625F, Type III, Class 2, Hard Anodized Black
Weight
13 ounces
Compatibility
Small Frame Glock Calibers (9mm)
Firearm Type
Pistol, Rifle
Action
Semi-automatic
Compatible Magazines
Glock pattern
Type
Stripped Lower Receiver
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