The AR Lower V5 is a 3D printed
lower receiver for the
AR-15 rifle.
It was created in March 2013
Defense Distributed printed using the
Stratasys Dimension SST 3-D printer
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using the
fused deposition modeling (FDM) method.
The receiver was able to handle enough stress to fire more than 600 rounds.
Defense Distributed stated "actual count of the new SLA lower was 660+ on day 1 with the SLA lower. The test ended when we ran out of ammunition, but this lower could easily withstand 1,000 rounds."
3D printed AR lowers holds up 600+ rounds, file ready for download
3Ders, Feb 28 2013.
See also
* List of notable 3D printed weapons and parts
References
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External links
AR-15_DefDist_Lower_Receiver_v5
3D printed firearms
Firearm components
AR Rifle Components
Fused filament fabrication
ArmaLite AR-10 derivatives
AR-15 style rifles