Davidson Defense Ballista 11.5-inch Carbine-Gas 1:8 .223 Wylde AR-15 Freefloat Tubular M-Lok Handguard Pistol Full Build Kit, SBR Ready

Ballista 11.5-inch Carbine-Gas 1:8 .223 Wylde AR-15 Tubular M-Lok Pistol Full Build Kit SBR Ready

The Ballista 11.5-inch Carbine-Gas 1:8 .223 Wylde AR-15 Tubular M-Lok Pistol Full Build Kit SBR Ready from Davidson Defense is a pistol-format full build kit chambered in .223 Wylde. The kit includes a KAK Industry 11.5-inch government-profile barrel, a freefloat tubular M-Lok aluminum handguard, a 7075-T6 anodized upper receiver, a micro low-profile gas block, a GI birdcage flash hider, a complete bolt carrier group, a mil-spec charging handle, a lower parts kit, a mil-spec heavy-duty 6-position buffer tube, buffer, recoil spring, end plate, and castle nut. This kit ships without a brace. The lower receiver is not included.

Key Features

• KAK Industry 11.5-inch 4140 CrMoV government-profile barrel in .223 Wylde with 1:8 twist rate
• Nitride barrel finish
• 1/2x28 muzzle thread pitch
• Carbine-length gas system with micro low-profile .750 O.D. gas block
• GI birdcage flash hider, 1/2x28 TPI
• Freefloat tubular M-Lok aluminum handguard with 1.77-inch internal diameter
• 7075-T6 anodized aluminum upper receiver with M4 feed ramps
• 9310 alloy steel bolt carrier group with nitride finish
• Mil-spec AR-15 M4 charging handle
• Mil-spec heavy-duty 6-position buffer tube
• Lower parts kit, buffer, recoil spring, end plate, and castle nut included
• SBR Ready configuration

Perfect For

• Builders seeking a compact .223 Wylde pistol-format kit without a brace
• Shooters selecting their own brace or final configuration
• Builders prioritizing a KAK Industry barrel with a suppressor-ready tubular M-Lok handguard
• Those pursuing a customizable SBR Ready AR-15 pistol build

Barrel and Gas System

The KAK Industry 11.5-inch barrel is chambered in .223 Wylde and constructed from 4140 CrMoV gun steel with a government profile and a 1:8 twist rate. The nitride finish covers the full barrel surface for corrosion and wear resistance. The muzzle is threaded 1/2x28 and includes a GI birdcage flash hider. The carbine-length gas system pairs with a micro low-profile gas block at .750 O.D., a separate component positioned beneath the handguard on the barrel.

Upper Receiver and Handguard

The upper receiver is machined from 7075-T6 aluminum with an anodized finish and M4 feed ramp compatibility. The freefloat tubular M-Lok aluminum handguard features a 1.77-inch internal diameter, a dimension that accommodates suppressor use. M-Lok slot access runs along the handguard length for accessory mounting without contact with the barrel or gas system components.

Bolt Carrier Group and Charging Handle

The complete bolt carrier group uses a 9310 alloy steel bolt with a nitride finish, compatible with 5.56, .223, .300 Blackout, and .350 Legend configurations. The included mil-spec AR-15 M4 charging handle meets mil-spec dimensional standards for use with the upper receiver included in this kit.

SBR Ready Configuration

This kit ships without a brace. The SBR Ready designation indicates the kit is configured for customers who intend to select their own brace or make their own final configuration decisions. All other kit components are included as listed. The final configuration is dependent on the brace or accessory the buyer selects separately.

Follow safe handling and manufacturer instructions. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Lower receiver not included. Ships without a brace. Do not attach a stock unless compliant with applicable laws.