Question about a BCM upper group

[thisaway]

I am considering another 14.5-inch BCM upper group for a new build. They offer one that has a "Troy Industries BRAVO 11" quad rail. I am not familiar with this model. In your opinion, is this a good rail?

[opdsgt]

That is their four-side pic rail that bolts to the factory barrel nut. I own two Troy rails and they're very nicely finished, light and sturdy. Excellent value.

http://troyind.com/wp-content/uploads/Troy-BattleRail-Bravo-31.jpg

http://troyind.com/%20/rail-systemsaccessories/rails/ar15m16-rails/free-float-rails/troy-battlerail-bravo-11

[t00sl0w]

I have the troy rail on one of the bcm recce uppers and i love it...deff get rail covers though.
Comparing it to the daniel defense lite my wife has and the troys deff are on the heavier side.
Overall fantastic quality.

sent from my overcompensation tool known as the galaxy note

[Watrdawg]

I have a BCM 14.5" upper with that same rail on it so far can't see a reason/need to change it. If I were ever to change it out for something else it would mainly be to tinker with the upper and see if I like a different option.

[fallenromeo]

I had a Troy Bravo on my last AR and it was a heavy bastard. I had some issues with mine. The first one I bought was warped and I had to send it back to Troy to get replaced. The replacement came but was not finished well and had burrs all over it. I opted to not send it back since it was not a big deal to me and I just wanted to get my rifle back together at that point. But it was pretty sturdy and did the trick minus my small frustrations just mentioned. I have a Troy Alpha on my new upper and I love it so obviously it was not enough of a complaint to chase me away from Troy products. However, If I was looking for a strong quad rail that attaches to a standard barrel nut I would go Centurion over Troy if I was going that route again. A bit more expensive, but lighter and very strong.

[thisaway]

After reading at fallenromeo's post I may look into the Centurion rails. I am wanting a more lightweight rail. Thanks for the replies gentlemen!

[munch520]

After reading at fallenromeo's post I may look into the Centurion rails. I am wanting a more lightweight rail. Thanks for the replies gentlemen!

I would - cant say enough about their design, quality, and ease of installation.

If its going on a 14.5 (I'm assuming permd muzzle device) you're on the right track with a rail system that retains the factory barrel nut IMO.

[samuse]

If I was gonna shell out the $$ for a whole new upper I'd wait ('til I had the money or it was in stock, whichever comes first:D), spend a couple hundred more and get a Daniel Defense RIS II or a LaRue 12".

Best of the best and you'll like it forever. Or at least a long time...

http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/BCM-14-5-Mid-Length-Upper-Receiver-Daniel-Defense-p/bcm-urg-mid-14%20risii%20de.htm

http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/BCM-14-5-Mid-Length-Upper-Receiver-LaRue-Tactical-p/bcm-urg-mid-14%20lt12.htm