16" 5.56 NATO 1:7 Carbine Lightweight Barrel - Phosphate
American-made 16-inch lightweight AR-15 barrel with carbine gas and 1:7 twist
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16″ 5.56 NATO 1:7 Carbine Lightweight Barrel – Phosphate
The Black Rifle Depot 16″ 5.56 NATO Lightweight Barrel is built for shooters who want a reliable, lightweight barrel at a strong value. BRD sources its private-label barrels from established U.S. manufacturers and purchases in volume to help keep pricing competitive without sacrificing quality.
This barrel features a lightweight profile, carbine-length gas system, 1:7 twist, .625″ gas block journal, and 1/2×28 muzzle threads. The magnesium phosphate finish provides a durable, traditional exterior treatment, while the 5.56 NATO chamber supports a wide range of commonly available ammunition.
Features
- 16″ lightweight AR-15 barrel
- Chambered in 5.56 NATO
- 1:7 twist rate
- Carbine-length gas system
- .625″ gas block journal
- 1/2×28 muzzle threads
- Magnesium phosphate finish
- American made
- Sourced from Tier 1 U.S. manufacturers
- Manufactured under ISO 9001 or better quality standards
- BRD MOA guarantee on barrels 16″ and longer when used with properly weighted match-grade factory ammunition from a rest
- Strong value for builders and replacement-barrel projects
Specifications
- Product Type: AR-15 Barrel
- Platform: AR-15
- Caliber: 5.56 NATO
- Barrel Length: 16 in.
- Barrel Profile: Lightweight
- Twist Rate: 1:7
- Gas System Length: Carbine
- Gas Block Journal: .625 in.
- Muzzle Thread: 1/2×28
- Finish: Magnesium Phosphate
- Country of Origin: USA
| Weight | 24 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 18 × 2 × 2 in |
| Finish | Mag Phosphate |
| Barrel Profile | Lightweight |
| Cartridge Compatibility | 5.56 NATO |
| Gas Block Journal | 0.625 |
| Barrel Length | 16 |
| Gas System Length | Carbine |
| Platform | AR-15 |
| Twist Rate | 1:7 |
| Muzzle Thread Pattern | 1/2×28 |
Compliance
NFA (National Firearms Act) compliance is crucial for legal ownership and transfer of regulated firearms and accessories like short-barreled rifles, suppressors, and certain types of ammunition, ensuring adherence to federal regulations to avoid legal penalties and ensure responsible firearm ownership.