Ballistic Advantage 16" 5.56 Government Profile Midlength AR-15 Barrel Modern Series w/ FSB Triangular Handguard Cap - APBA100438C
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Ballistic Advantage 16″ 5.56 Government Profile Midlength AR-15 Barrel Modern Series w/ FSB Triangular Handguard Cap
Classic A2 feel. Modern performance.
The Ballistic Advantage 16″ 5.56 NATO Government Profile Barrel from the Modern Series brings together classic mil-spec styling with upgraded performance. Precision-machined from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel and treated with a QPQ nitride finish, this barrel offers long-lasting corrosion resistance and smoother bore life.
Equipped with a pre-installed front sight base (FSB) and triangular handguard cap, it’s ideal for builders looking to replicate a classic A2-style upper or modernize a retro build. The 1:7 twist rate stabilizes a wide range of 5.56 loads, while the mid-length gas system ensures smooth cycling and reduced recoil over carbine-length setups.
With a .750 gas block journal, M4 feed ramps, and standard 1/2×28 muzzle threads, this barrel is ready to drop into any quality AR-15 build that calls for reliability and performance without compromise.
Features
- 16″ barrel length with government profile
- Chambered in 5.56 NATO for use with both 5.56 and .223 Rem
- 1:7 twist rate for stabilizing heavier bullets
- Mid-length gas system for reduced recoil and smoother cycling
- Front sight base (FSB) installed with triangular handguard cap
- QPQ black nitride finish for durability and corrosion resistance
- M4 feed ramps with QPQ coating for enhanced reliability
- 1/2×28 threaded muzzle for standard devices and suppressors
- Compatible with AR-15 platforms
- Made in the USA
Specifications
- Caliber: 5.56 NATO
- Barrel Length: 16″
- Twist Rate: 1:7
- Profile: Government
- Gas System: Mid-Length
- Gas Block Journal: .750″
- Muzzle Thread: 1/2×28
- Finish: QPQ Nitride
- Weight: 33 oz (with FSB & cap)
- Feed Ramps: M4-style
- Platform: AR-15
| Weight | 33 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16.5 × 3 × 3 in |
| Cartridge Compatibility | 5.56 NATO |
| Barrel Length | 16 |
| Gas System Length | Midlength |
| Platform | AR-15 |
| Muzzle Thread Pattern | 1/2×28 |
| Twist Rate | 1:7 |
| MPN | APBA100438C |
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.
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