The Battle Arms Development Authority Elite – Silencer Shop Exclusive is a compact 5.56 NATO AR-platform rifle built with a lightweight billet 7075-T6 aluminum receiver set and fully ambidextrous controls. Featuring a 10.5-inch .223 Wylde barrel with a black nitride finish, this rifle is designed to support reliable performance across a variety of shooting applications including training, range use, and defensive configurations. The rifle utilizes a direct impingement gas system, free-float M-LOK handguard, and premium internal components to provide a balanced combination of durability, modularity, and handling.
This exclusive configuration includes OD Green anodized receivers and handguard, a Rearden FHD Plan B muzzle device, BAD ambidextrous controls, and a B5 Bravo stock. Additional features include a polished nickel Teflon single-stage trigger, carbon fiber pistol grip, Magpul MBUS Pro backup sights, and a soft rifle case with included accessories. Designed around standard AR-platform compatibility, the Authority Elite offers a lightweight and configurable platform for shooters seeking premium billet construction and ambidextrous ergonomics.
Specifications
- Caliber: 5.56 NATO / .223 Wylde
- Operating System: Direct Impingement
- Barrel Length: 10.5 inches
- Barrel Material: 41V50 Steel
- Barrel Finish: Black Nitride
- Barrel Twist Rate: 1:8
- Gas System: Carbine Length
- Weight: 5 lbs 11 oz
- Collapsed Length: 27.31 inches
- Extended Length: 30.5 inches
- Receiver Material: Billet 7075-T6 Aluminum
- Receiver Finish: Type III Class 2 Hard Anodized ODG
- Handguard: 9.5-inch Free Float M-LOK Rail
- Bolt Carrier Group: 9130 Bolt / 8620 Carrier / Black Nitride Finish
- Charging Handle: Ambidextrous Billet Charging Handle
- Trigger: Polished Nickel Teflon Single-Stage Trigger
- Trigger Pull Weight: 5 lbs
- Stock: B5 Bravo Mil-Spec Stock
- Grip: Chevron Carbon Fiber Grip
- Muzzle Device: Rearden FHD Plan B
- Magazine Capacity: 30+1 Rounds
- Backup Sights: Magpul MBUS Pro
- Included Case: BAD 36-inch Soft Rifle Case
Features
- Fully ambidextrous lower receiver controls
- Lightweight billet receiver set
- Free-float M-LOK handguard
- OD Green anodized finish
- Includes aluminum 30-round magazine
- Ships with rifle case, lock, patch, and sticker
