The CMC Triggers AR-15/M4 Ambidextrous Charging Handle (brand part no. 83700) is a Texas-made upgrade that lets you chamber the first round and clear a jam such as a double feed or an un-ejected casing. It is precision machined in-house from premium 7075-T6 aluminum and given a hard coat anodized finish for wear resistance. The low-profile, anti-snag shape keeps it from catching on gear. It is also suppressor-optimized, redirecting gas away from the shooter. It works on rifles chambered in .223, 5.56 and 300 BO.

Key Specifications

• Material is 7075-T6 aluminum, a premium alloy chosen for strength and durability.
• The finish is MIL-A-8625 Type III, Class 2 hard coat anodize, built for wear resistance and reliability.
• The handle is ambidextrous, so it can be operated from either side of the rifle.
• The profile is low and anti-snag, which keeps it from hanging up on slings and gear.
• The design is suppressor-optimized, redirecting gas away from the shooter when running a can.
• Compatibility covers .223, 5.56 and 300 BO AR-15 applications.
• It is made in the USA, machined in house in Texas by CMC Triggers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a left-handed or right-handed charging handle? Neither. It is an ambidextrous design that can be operated from either side of the rifle.

Which calibers can I use it with? CMC lists compatibility with .223, 5.56 and 300 BO AR-15 applications.

Does it work with a suppressor? Yes. The design is suppressor-optimized to redirect gas.

Buy the CMC Triggers AR-15/M4 Ambidextrous Charging Handle

The charging handle is one of the few controls you touch on every cycle of the rifle, which makes a good one worth the upgrade. This handle pairs 7075-T6 aluminum with an ambidextrous, low-profile layout, built by the same Texas shop that makes CMC triggers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast direct shipping, and see more AR triggers and lower parts while you are here.