Geissele Freedom Maritime Reconnaissance 6mm ARC 16" - AR-15 Rifle
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When 5.56 runs out of steam, the Geissele Freedom Maritime Reconnaissance 6mm ARC 16" keeps going. Chambered in 6mm ARC, it pushes the AR-15 platform to genuine long-range capability without leaving the familiar lower receiver behind.
A semi-automatic AR-15 rifle chambered in 6mm ARC, the Geissele Freedom Maritime Reconnaissance 6mm ARC 16" combines rifle-length direct impingement operation with standard AR-15 architecture for straightforward reliability.
Ballistic Upgrade Path: 6mm ARC delivers a genuine performance step up from 5.56 in both trajectory and terminal energy — a practical choice for shooters who've found the limits of standard AR-15 cartridges.
Competition Capable: Better long-range ballistics make 6mm ARC competitive in precision rifle formats and PRS-style matches where 5.56 starts falling short beyond 300 yards.
Lower Receiver Reuse: Your existing AR-15 lower receiver works without modification. A caliber-specific upper, BCG, and magazines are all that's needed to step into this performance tier.
Practical Hunting Cartridge: 6mm ARC bridges the gap between .223 and larger hunting cartridges — enough energy for ethical deer harvest at ranges the lighter 5.56 and .223 cartridges can't match.
- Caliber: 6mm ARC
- Barrel Length: 16"
- Barrel Twist: 1:7"
- Gas System: Rifle-Length Direct Impingement
- Handguard: 16" M-Lok Free-Float
- Muzzle Threading: 5/8x24
- Magazine Capacity: 30-Round
- Finish: Type III Hardcoat Anodized
- Origin: Made in the USA
Pairs with standard AR-15 lower receivers using a caliber-matched BCG and 6mm ARC-specific magazines. Standard AR-15 buffer systems and lower parts kits apply.
The upper and lower receivers are constructed from 7075 aluminum with a Type III Hardcoat Anodized finish — a durable combination that resists corrosion and maintains tight tolerances over an extended service life.
Built for shooters who want to push the AR-15 platform to longer distances — competitive shooting, medium game hunting, and precision training are natural roles for 6mm ARC capability.
Geissele Automatics is synonymous with precision — their Super Duty and Freedom Rifle platforms are actively used by U.S. Special Operations units and trusted by professional users worldwide. Made in the USA.



