The Strike Industries Lightweight Forward Assist (brand part no. SI-AR-S-FA-BK) is a black anodized aluminum forward assist plunger built for AR-15 and M16 uppers. Strike Industries swaps the plunger body to aluminum to shave weight off the upper while keeping the pawl itself machined from tool steel, so the engagement surface still holds up to repeated contact with the bolt carrier’s forward assist ratchets. The assembly ships with the pawl and spring already installed, along with the plunger and spring pin needed for a complete swap. Builders chasing every ounce of weight savings on an upper get to keep forward assist functionality without the added mass of an all-steel part.

Key Specifications

• Aluminum Plunger Body saves weight over an all-steel forward assist.
• Tool-Steel Pawl holds up to repeated engagement with the bolt carrier ratchets.
• Installed Pawl and Spring ship ready to drop in.
• Plunger and Spring Pin Included complete the assembly.
• Black Anodized Finish matches standard AR hardware.
• AR-15/M16 Fit installs in standard mil-spec uppers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this save weight over a standard forward assist? The plunger body is aluminum instead of steel, while the pawl stays tool steel for durability.

Does it come as a complete assembly? Yes, with the pawl, spring, plunger, and spring pin included.

What uppers does it fit? Standard mil-spec AR-15 and M16 uppers.

Buy the Strike Industries Lightweight Forward Assist

Shave weight without losing function using the Strike Industries Lightweight Forward Assist from our AR forward assist selection. Order online and we will ship it straight to your door from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop.