AKB-23 (BRN180) "L85"

Aly and Kaufman LLC

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$864.99
SKU:
AKB-23-brn-L85

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Product Overview

*2-26-26 Batch 3 is fully shipped!!

Parts for the next batch are being machined now.

 


We are a small team, Please have your FFL of choice email a copy of their license AND order number to alyandkaufman@gmail.com or attach a copy during checkout it will greatly help with timely fulfillment of orders.

 

AKB-23 compatible with Brownells BRN180 upper receiver Gen 1-2.5 (upper NOT included unless purchased separately)

Our dedicated bufferless bullpup lower with removable endcaps allow seamless fit with uppers from multiple manufacturers (coming soon) to create a bullpup system with many possible configurations.

The AKB-23 receiver is machined from aircraft grade aluminum billet coated with MIL-A 8625 Type III hardcoat anodizing or Cerakote over anodizing.


Features

  • Accepts STANAG standard magazines.
  • Swappable triggerguards
  • Crossbolt safety
  • Milspec single stage trigger
  • Nylon polymer magwell
  • Slim or extended buttpad
  • Ambi front and rear QD sockets
  • A2 pistol grip

 


What’s included:

Complete "Ready to go" AKB-23 lower receiver.

Cheek piece/hardware, and rounded triggerguard.

Optional L85 style handguard

Optional L85A2 style scoop charging handle

Optional Extended buttpad (black) for 16” uppers. "required for non-NFA 26" OAL"

Optional Brownells BRN-180® 18.5" Gen2.5 .223 WYLDE Complete Upper Receiver. (ETA Nov)

18.5 BRN180 Product Link

(We have a batch of 18.5" uppers on the way ETA NOV and the option to get more on a special order basis)

 

Instructional videos AKB-23 playlist

User Manual AKB-23 User Manual 

 

****Please select your generation of BRN-180 upper!!****

If you purchased a "Gen2" recently it is probably a Gen2.5, see the picture for reference. 

 

Gen 1 uppers will require slight trimming to the handguard/rail retainer, contact us after purchasing for more information.

 


Must ship to FFL (please upload ffl copy if available or include name in comments)

All NFA rules apply!

Certain configurations will create an SBR and require NFA registration.

BRN180 16” with buttpad extension meets 26” OAL 

BRN180 16” with permanently attached muzzle device that adds 2" past muzzle meets 26” OAL

BRN180 18.5” meets 26” OAL with no buttpad extension.

L85 style rifle handguard requires 7 Mlok slot rail (standard on 16" & 18" BRN180), Carbine length handguard for 6 slot rails coming soon.

 

Upper and non-listed accessories not included unless selected as an option.

 

Production model pictured

 

General advisements:

*AR grips with extra tang may not fit.

*When attaching accessories to the handguard M-lok slots, avoid using screws with Loctite, as it can easily strip the polymer slots. Use screws without Loctite for best results.

*Handguard with 16" barrel my inhibit use of certain suppressor mounts.

 

Reviews

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  • 5
    Great product

    Posted by ZW on 17th Mar 2026

    The AKB23 receiver is very well built and the trigger feels great, significantly crispier than other bullpups such as the AUG. AKB23 also can be very easily converted CA compliant by using a comp mag. The customer service is great too, fast response and always straight to the point.

  • 5
    AKB-23

    Posted by K.C on 14th Mar 2026

    Its the closest thing to a l85 you'll find in the States. Fit and finish is 9.5 out of 10. Customer service is 10 out of 10.

  • 5
    Surprisingly good shooter

    Posted by Jay on 11th Mar 2026

    I've owned multiple bullpups (AUG, FS2000, RDB) and this was the best of them. Performed flawlessly with a good military trigger. Makes a very good rifle for right handeds (definitely NOT ambidextrous, sorry leftys).

  • 5
    Great Product

    Posted by Jared Abraham on 10th Mar 2026

    Very well made and designed. Very easy to install. Well machined.

  • 5
    Akb23 lower

    Posted by Philip maurais on 3rd Feb 2026

    Good quality. Good fit and finish. Great customer service. Gives me a great bull pup rifle. Good ergonomics all metal parts. Well worth the price

  • 5
    AKB-23

    Posted by Jacob on 2nd Feb 2026

    If you’re on the fence about ordering one, don’t be. I received mine a couple weeks ago and have about 200 rounds through it. Went together easy, and feels durable enough to last as a future investment. My only complaint, is the iron sights and L85 style pistol grip are never in stock, so I can complete the build. Great product though, don’t hesitate if you collect military style rifles.

  • 5
    A excellent product!

    Posted by Jarrod on 2nd Feb 2026

    I'm well pleased with the whole kit and its well built. Everything went together with no issues. Just waiting on the iron sights to come instock lol.

  • 5
    Awesome Kit!

    Posted by RileyC on 1st Feb 2026

    Install was easy and intuitive. Once together it looks really Awesome! I'm happy with my trigger. I think the AKB trigger is much smoother than my x95. mine runs like a top without issue. The quality is top notch! Support for issues with my order has been Top notch and fast! I hope to see more new cool stuff in the future! Thanks for giving us an L85 we can actually obtain! I had given up on the hope of ever getting one.

  • 5
    Awesome kit

    Posted by Tony on 16th Jan 2026

    This kit is fantastic and the closest you'll get to a real Enfield L85. The trigger doesn't feel like a standard terrible bullpup trigger, very smooth and crisp. The kit is very well put together and extremely easy to assemble. Absolutely love how it turned out.