The LBE AR-15 Teardrop Forward Assist Assembly (brand part no. ARTDFA) gives builders a reliable replacement for a worn or damaged forward assist, or a straightforward addition to a fresh upper build. LBE Unlimited, a leading US manufacturer of AR-15 parts and accessories, designed this teardrop-style assembly to match the fit and function of a standard mil-spec forward assist without any modification to the upper receiver. Whether it’s for finishing a build from scratch or swapping out a part that’s seen better days, this assembly installs into any standard AR-15 upper receiver’s forward assist pocket. It’s a small part, but a functional one for pushing the bolt carrier fully into battery when needed.

Key Specifications

• Machined in the teardrop forward assist style.
• Fits any standard AR-15 upper receiver with a forward assist pocket.
• Works as a drop-in replacement for a worn or damaged forward assist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this fit my AR-15 upper? Yes, it is built to fit any standard AR-15 upper receiver with a forward assist pocket.

Is this a replacement part or a new addition? It works as either, replacing a worn forward assist or completing a fresh upper build.

What style forward assist is this? The teardrop style, a common mil-spec pattern.

Buy the LBE AR-15 Teardrop Forward Assist Assembly

A small part like this is easy to overlook until it fails mid-build. Shop more LBE Unlimited upper parts in our AR forward assist selection. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, direct shipping.