Developed during the Second World War, the 7.62×39 cartridge has withstood the test of time and still comes out as a crowd favorite in the firearms world. FailZero’s 7.62×39 Bolt Carrier Groups and 7.62×39 Bolt Assemblies are at the top of their most popular list. What is it about a 7.62×39 that makes it so sought after? Follow along as we delve into the rich history and specs of this versatile and powerful cartridge.
As mentioned previously, the 7.62×39 was developed by the Soviet Union to replace the rifles that were in use at the time. The caliber was specifically designed to hit all the necessary targets: it needed to be used in a magazine-fed weapon, be effective at short or medium ranges, and have the capability of mass production that was quick and cheap. Not only does the 7.62 have popularity in battles, but in recent years the caliber has become a favorite among hunters. The 7.62×39 packs a lot into a little cartridge, making it a heavier bullet with lower muzzle velocity, allowing for the take down of medium to large sized game.
Being a heavily sought after caliber, FailZero had to add the 7.62×39 to their product line. The BCG features UCT Coatings’ patented EXO Nickel Boron coating on its main components, the Carrier, Bolt Assembly, Extractor, Cam Pin and Gas Key. As always, UCT’s industry-leading BCG Coatings provide the consumer with a strong sense of dependability and reliability. The coating allows the BCG to function smoothly thanks to its low coefficient of friction and natural lubricity.
As with all FailZero BCGs, all the mil-spec components are made here in the United States out of the highest quality materials. FailZero’s 7.62×39 BCG is built around an M16 carrier, allowing it to be used in an AR15 style rifle as opposed to an AK47. A common issue with this caliber is that when using surplus ammo, a shooter will get what is known as “light strikes.” Light strikes happen when the Firing Pin does not pierce the primer of the round properly, causing a misfire and potentially dangerous situation. To exemplify FailZero’s commitment to providing their customer’s with the best-in-class product, their 7.62×39 BCG is built with an Enhanced Firing Pin. This Enhanced Firing Pin allows for deeper penetration on the primers, ensuring that each round will go off as intended.
If you’re in the market for one of these BCG’s go and get it from an industry leading BCG manufacturer: FailZero!
FailZero, founded in 2009, is an industry leading company in providing Nickel Boron Bolt Carrier Groups (BCGs). Their parent company, UCT Coatings, provides FailZero with their patented EXO Nickel Boron coating that gives FailZero products superior reliability and durability. This coating technology, along with the finest quality components and world class customer support team has made FailZero a leader in BCG components.
FailZero’s product line has come a long way in the 15 years since its creation. Now, armed with 18 different BCGs, ranging from 9 different calibers, 6 carrier styles, and 3 different finishes, FailZero is where to go for BCG upgrades. FailZero offers their best-in-class Nickel Boron Carrier in a high polish finish, Black Teflon coating (which has the Nickel Boron underneath), and Black Nitride. No BCG company would be complete without a 5.56 caliber, luckily, FailZero offers a few different options. The 5.56 caliber comes drop in ready within an M16, AR15, Lightweight, or Full-Auto Lightweight style carrier. While our specialty calibers, such as the 7.62×39, .458 SOCOM, and 6mm ARC all come drop in ready within a Nickel Boron M16 cut carrier. You can also find FailZero’s 9mm and AR10 calibers offered in Nickel Boron or Nitride finishes.
When you purchase a FailZero BCG, not only do you get an exceptional product, but with that product you also get the FailZero Customer Support Team who will help you every step of the way. The FailZero Team takes pride in their products and stands behind them 100%. Which is why each FailZero product comes with a lifetime warranty. FailZero will be there every step of the way to answer your questions or concerns and remedy any issues that you may be having.
Today, FailZero continues to innovate in the firearms industry, constantly seeking new ways to improve the performance and reliability of firearms. With a commitment to quality and innovation, FailZero remains a trusted name among shooters looking for top-of-the-line firearm components. When looking for the best for your firearm, there is only one name out there that you can trust: FailZero!
Since 2020 the 6mm Advanced Rifle Cartridge (6mm ARC) has taken off like wildfire in the firearms community. Hornady Manufacturing designed the 6mm ARC to deliver exceptional performance across a range of applications, from precision shooting to hunting. The firearms community has been abuzz due to the versatility and efficiency of this new caliber. It quickly became clear, thanks to the 6mm ARC’s jaw dropping performance stats and its ever-rising popularity that FailZero needed their own 6mm bolt carrier group (BCG).
What is it about the 6mm ARC that has everyone so excited? For starters, the cartridge is designed in such a way that it can maintain a flat trajectory with exceptional accuracy. On top of that, the practical combination of bullet weight and velocity adds to the 6mm’s accuracy, consistency, reliability. These attributes make the 6mm ARC a contender for those who compete in shooting competitions and those who find themselves in tactical applications. Specifically, this caliber has gained traction in the sport of hunting thanks to its ability to be accurate and consistent over such vast ranges. The 6mm ARC stands out as a modern and effective solution for enthusiasts seeking top-tier performance in a single, adaptable cartridge.
FailZero’s 6mm ARC BCG is built with high quality parts made here in the United States that are coated with UCT Coatings patented EXO Nickel Boron Coating. From the bolt and extractor all the way to the cam pin and gas key, the ever-reliable Nickel Boron has you covered. The coating provides an extra sense of durability and dependability to your BCG, allowing you to shoot with confidence. Built around a full-auto carrier, the BCG is balanced and properly weighted to ensure smooth cycling in your upper. The BCG is, as always drop in ready straight out of the package. Thanks to the EXO Coating’s natural lubricity you don’t have to put a lube on it, however you prefer to we would highly recommend Lucas Brand products. We use Lucas Brand in all of our builds and tests here at FailZero and we can’t recommend it enough.
As the firearm industry continues to evolve with new technologies, FailZero develops new products to evolve with it. The FailZero BCG undergoes countless experiments and tests before it is allowed to be purchased by our customers. Whether you’re a competition shooter or an avid hunter, this caliber will treat you right. If you’re in the market for one of these BCG’s go and get it from an industry leading BCG manufacturers: FailZero!
In the ever-evolving world of firearms technology, weapon enthusiasts and professionals alike are constantly on the lookout for components that elevate their firearms performance and reliability. Among the key elements that contribute to a firearm’s functionality, the bolt carrier group (BCG) holds a position of paramount importance. FailZero, a prominent name in the industry, provides best in class BCGs that embody innovation and excellence.
The bolt carrier group plays a critical role in the firearm, from the cycling of rounds to the ejection of spent casings. In that regard it is of the upmost importance to ensure a smooth and seamless operation. FailZero has emerged as a trailblazer in this domain, setting new standards with its cutting-edge BCGs. What sets FailZero apart is its commitment to overcoming challenges and enhancing the user experience.
One of the standout features of FailZero Bolt Carrier Groups is UCT Coatings’ patented Nickel Boron Coating. Most BCGs in FailZero’s catalog are complimented with UCT Coating’s EXO Nickel Boron coating which provides a myriad of benefits. This revolutionary coating not only enhances the durability of the BCG but also reduces friction. The result is a BCG that operates smoother, requires less lubrication, and is easier to clean – a significant advantage for those who demand peak performance from their firearms.
Durability is a hallmark of FailZero BCGs. The EXO Nickel Boron coating mitigates wear and tear. On top of that, all the parts within a FailZero BCG were made here in the United States from the highest quality materials. This translates to an extended lifespan for the BCG, providing professional users and avid enthusiasts more run time.
FailZero has also taken steps to address one of the perennial concerns in the firearms community – carbon buildup. The EXO Nickel Boron coating exhibits excellent non-stick properties, making it more resistant to carbon fouling. This means less time spent on cleaning and maintenance, allowing users to focus on what matters – accurate shooting and performance.
The versatility of FailZero BCGs is another aspect that has contributed to their widespread acclaim. Whether it’s for a duty rifle, a competition firearm, or a personal defense weapon, FailZero BCGs adapt seamlessly to diverse roles. Their catalog includes a wide variety of calibers to appeal to just about everyone’s needs. This versatility is a testament to FailZero’s understanding of the varied needs of the firearms community.
FailZero’s Nickel Boron Bolt Carrier Groups stand as a testament to innovation and excellence in the world of firearms components. The incorporation of the EXO Nickel Boron coating, emphasis on durability, versatility and variety in the market make FailZero BCGs a top choice for those who demand nothing but the best. Whether you’re a professional shooter or a dedicated enthusiast, investing in a FailZero BCG is an investment in reliability, performance, and the assurance that your firearm is equipped with the pinnacle of bolt carrier group technology.
The good folks at The Wound Channel gave our FailZero Drop-in Trigger Group a test drive. Check it out at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beCYFSBgzlw
FailZero is proud to sponsor Will Slicer, US Army Veteran with the 82nd Airborne Infantry. He’s been shooting competitively since May of 2015, concentrating on 3gun. Will says he loves 3gun because “it’s challenging, fun, and unpredictable”. In February, Sandhills Shooting Sports in SC hosted their first ever 3gun Nation Club series match, and Will took first place overall. He’s planning to shoot the AL and SC 3gun Nation Regional events, as well as the Area 6 USPSA Multigun championship, the Tarheel Challenge, the Warsport Team Match, and 3gun Nation Nationals at VIR.
When asked about FailZero, he stated: “I couldn’t believe the difference in how my rifle performed when I dropped a FailZero BCG in it. Ejections are perfect, smooth loading, and the EXO Nickel Boron treatment makes for the most reliable BCG on the market.”
FailZero was proud to be a match sponsor of this year’s Area 6 Multigun Championship at the Universal Shooting Academy, Frostproof, FL. The 8 staged event tested the shooter’s abilities to include, accuracy, time and stamina. FailZero was the sponsor of stage 3 “Snake Bay Attack.” This stage consisted of 20 rifle, 10 pistol and 16 shotgun targets. This was a great competition and congratulations to the winners! We look forward to sponsoring the event next year!
Check out this video from the event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSZkVp0_St0
We are proud to be a sponsor and offer support to Operations 300 (www.operation300.com).
Operation 300 was started by the family of fallen war hero Aaron Vaughan. An elite Navy SEAL, Aaron Carson Vaughn, was killed August 6, 2011 when a Chinook chopper carrying 30 American troops was shot down in Afghanistan. All proceeds go to travel, food, activities and lodging for children of fallen veterans and their mothers. A key focus of Operation 300 is to host children’s camps benefitting children of the fallen.
The camps provide an opportunity to participate in activities that embody the spirit of adventure that characterized the lives of their absent fathers while fostering a culture of courage, strength, freedom, endurance, honor and godly morality embodied by fearless patriots throughout the history of our American Republic. Their motto is “forging the heart of a warrior” and we love that.
“I’ve been running the FailZero BCG for over a year now and cannot be happier with the way my rifle has performed! I have not had a single malfunction of any kind!”
– Kelli Sampsel, National Champion Shooter
In her four short years of competing in 3 Gun, Kelli has traveled extensively to some of the best regional and national matches in the country. The 3 Gun Nation Tour stops, Rockcastle ProAm and USPSA Area MultiGun Championships are just a few of the annual matches where she has competed. She is currently the Area 5 USPSA Multi-gun Ladies Limited Champion and was the 2014 Ladies National Subgun Champion. In 2015, she will travel to the NRA World Shooting Championships in Virginia.
Along with FailZero, her other sponsors include, Voodoo Tactical, XRAIL by RCI, Froglube, IWI, LantacUSA, Taccom, Benchmade Knife Co, Patriot Cases, The We Like Shooting podcast, and CMC Triggers.
FailZero is the brainchild of Florida-based UCT Coatings. They specialize in plating and advanced coatings for metals.
FailZero is their brand by which they market their EXO coating which the company says “eliminates the need for grease, oil or any other wet lubricants.”
Unlike films, conventional coatings and applied lubricants, it will never rub off, never flake off, never build up crud. EXO Technology eliminates wet-lubrication failures of critical components, giving you an “active weapon advantage” under all conditions.
Proven by DoD tests, SWAT teams, tactical experts.
The patented EXO Technology used in FAILZERO upgrades has been thoroughly tested and proven effective by UCT Defense – a division of UCT Coatings and developer of EXO Technology – and by the U.S. Department of Defense. Test results include:
* 50,000 lube-free rounds on AR-15s.
* 15,000 lube-free rounds on M9 pistols.
* 18,000 lube-free rounds on carbine rifles.
* 23,000 lube-free rounds on machine guns.
The company says its coating technology is already used in Army 81 and 60mm mortar systems, Black Hawk hoists and some Navy applications.
I have a FailZero BCG in my personal use AR-15 and I can tell you from Day 1, even just in the box, it is impressive. The coating is even and beautiful on every surface. It looks wet. You touch it and it feels slick, you expect your finger to come away with oil on it, but it’s completely dry.
I’ve shot 500-700 rounds lube free before chickening out and lubing it — works beautifully. It will just take a little time to adjust to the lack of lube. There are documented torture tests online and some of these guys in the field have run it in the thousands, problem free… with suppression…no lube.
There is no harm in running it with a little lube, doesn’t hurt, but I find its best to keep it very light lube, less sludge mess to clean up and still perfect function.
The EXO coating would be a valued upgrade to any firearm system. Some guys in the field have reported appreciating the lack of oil to trail on the water during wet insertions, and others in cold weather like the lack of liquid in the action, less chance of gumming up or freezing.
