Dirty Bird Bakersfield
Description
This Dirty Bird Industries Complete Upper features a 416R Stainless 22″” Sub-MOA guaranteed mid-weight barrel chambered in .224 Valkyrie with a 1:7 twist. Built on a top-tier t-marked Forged Upper Receiver and finished with Dirty Bird’s 15″” SMRS M-LOK Handguard available in several color options. No corners are cut when manufacturing these complete uppers. All barrels are dimpled, use a black nitride 4140 tunable steel gas block and a stainless steel gas tube. The gas block set screws feature knurled cone tops and are installed using blue locktite ensuring that no amount of firing will cause the set screws to come loose but they are still removable for servicing if needed.
**Does NOT include BCG or Charging Handle
Made in the USA – Backed by Dirty Bird Industries’ Limited Lifetime Warranty
Barrel
- Chambered in .224 Valkyrie
- 22″” Mid-Weight Profile w/ 1:7 Twist
- Rifle Length Gas System
- 416R Stainless Steel
- Sub-MOA Guarantee w/ proper shooting technique and match grade ammo
- Includes tunable gas block
Handguard
- Tough
- Machined from aircraft grade 6061-T6 aluminum extrusions.
- Anti-rotation tabs.
- Type 3 hard anodizing or Cerakote™ sprayed at 1 mil thickness per spec.
- Versatile
- M-LOK attachment slots on all sides (except top)
- 1913 Picatinny top rail with shaved and beveled center section.
- Raised QD attachment points at the 3 and 9 o’clock positions.
- Snag free design with smooth, uniform octagonal surface ideal for accessory attachment or application of specialty coatings or patterns.
- Practical
- Aircraft Grade aluminum barrel nut. In our tests, the aluminum barrel nuts are just as effective when torqued to spec. Additionally, the weight savings enable us to utilize a longer barrel nut design which means more surface area at the attachment point without adding unnecessary weight.
Upper Receiver
- Precision Machined from Top Tier 7075-T6 Aluminum Forgings (forge marks may vary)
- Not all foged uppers are created equal and we only use the best for our uppers meaning they will be free from excessive pitting, machined to spec and finished with quality (not purple or chalky) hard coat anodizing
- M4 Feedramps
- Laser etched T-marks
Available Handguard Colors: Black, Magpul™ FDE, Magpul™ OD Green, Midnight Bronze
Dirty Bird Industries — Premium AR-15 and AR-10 Components, Built to Last.
Designed for builders who demand uncompromising quality, reliable performance, and accessible pricing without the premium markups common from larger brands.
Founded by Builders, Built to Last
Founded in 2015 by brothers Jay and Dustin Pitcher in a Bakersfield, California garage, Dirty Bird Industries started as a family-owned operation specializing in custom Cerakote finishes and high-quality AR parts. Building on experience from its sister site, AR15Discounts.com, Dirty Bird Industries has grown into a nationwide company with a dedicated team focused on American-made gear that shooters trust.
American-Made Quality and Precision
Through strategic partnerships with leading domestic manufacturers, Dirty Bird Industries sources and develops components using advanced CNC machining, rigorous testing, and mil-spec standards. By managing larger volumes, the company delivers proven, high-end materials and precision engineering at fair prices that meet the high standards set for its own builds.
Proven Components for Serious Builds
Standout offerings include precision-forged 7075-T6 upper and lower receivers, enhanced black nitride bolt carrier groups, single-stage nickel Teflon triggers, free-float M-LOK handguards, complete upper assemblies, and comprehensive lower parts kits. These products create a cohesive selection for everything from custom builds to high-performance rifles nationwide, supported by batch inspections, mil-spec compliance, and ongoing innovations.
Zero Risk Guarantee Program
For total confidence, Dirty Bird Industries backs eligible parts and accessories with its Zero Risk Guarantee Program. This includes free shipping on orders over $50, package protection up to $5,000, lifetime free returns with full refunds within 45 days or store credit after, and expert support. As passionate shooters, the team at Dirty Bird Industries stands behind every product because the company builds, tests, and uses them too, providing authentic value and dependable gear.
Additional information
| Dimensions | 34 × 5 × 5 in |
|---|---|
| Color | Black, FDE, Midnight Bronze, OD Green |
| Barrel Finish | Bead Blasted Stainless, Mag Phosphate, Nitride / Melonite, Other, Stainless |
| Barrel Profile | Bull, Fluted, Government / SOCOM, GUNNER, Heavy, Lightweight, M4, Medium, Optimal, Pencil |
| Gas System Length | Carbine, Intermediate, Midlength, N/A, Pistol, Rifle, Rifle+2 |
| Barrel Chamber | .223 Wylde, .224 Valkyrie, .308, .410, .45 ACP, 300 BLK, 350 Legend, 5.56 NATO, 5.7x28mm, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC, 6mm Creedmoor, 9mm, 9×39 |
| Twist Rate | 1:10, 1:10.25, 1:11, 1:12, 1:14, 1:16, 1:6.5, 1:7, 1:7.5, 1:8, 1:9 |
| BCG / Charging Handle | Included, Not Included |
| MPN | D073-1,D073-2,D073-4 |
Compliance
NFA (National Firearms Act) compliance is crucial for legal ownership and transfer of regulated firearms and accessories like short-barreled rifles, suppressors, and certain types of ammunition, ensuring adherence to federal regulations to avoid legal penalties and ensure responsible firearm ownership.
