Criterion Barrels 12.5" .223 Wylde Core Phosphate/Chrome-Lined Carbine Length Barrel

Criterion Barrels 12.5" .223 Wylde Core Phosphate/Chrome-Lined Carbine Length Barrel

Optimized Weight Distribution and Superior Handling for Tactical Applications.

The Criterion Barrels 12.5" .223 Wylde CORE Phosphate/Chrome-Lined Carbine Length Barrel is designed for tactical shooters seeking improved weight distribution, handling, and performance. The CORE Series barrels address the challenges posed by traditional profiles by redistributing steel where it’s needed most—surrounding the chamber—while keeping the front end light and fast. This modern, continuous taper profile offers consistent harmonics and uniform heat dissipation, making it ideal for hard use in real-world scenarios. With a .223 Wylde chamber, this barrel fires both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition safely and accurately, making it the go-to choice for tactical builds using modern accessories such as Low Power Variable Optics (LPVOs), weapon-mounted lights, suppressors, and more.

Key Features:

• .223 Wylde Chamber: Safely and accurately fires both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition, providing versatility with increased accuracy due to more consistent chamber pressures.
• CORE Barrel Contour: Modern continuous taper profile eliminates harsh diameter variations, improving weight distribution, balance, and heat absorption, especially when paired with tactical accessories.
• Chrome-Lined Bore: The industry’s most refined chrome-lining process ensures exceptional barrel life and corrosion resistance without degrading accuracy.
• Honed and Hand-Lapped Rifling: Perfect bore uniformity with hand-lapped rifling produces a smooth and consistent internal finish, aiding accuracy and simplifying cleaning.
• 1:8 Twist Rate: Designed to stabilize a wide range of bullet weights, offering consistent performance across various distances.
• 12.5" Barrel Length: Compact and highly maneuverable, perfect for tactical operations and close-quarters engagements.
• Carbine Length Gas System: Compatible with AR-15 gas tubes, providing reliable cycling and smoother recoil management.
• 0.625” Gas Block Journal: Dimpled beneath the gas port for easy installation and solid lock-up, ensuring reliable gas system performance even under hard use.
• 1/2x28 Muzzle Threads: Compatible with a variety of muzzle devices and suppressors, allowing for extensive customization.

Specifications:

• Finish: Phosphate + Chrome-Lined
• Barrel Profile: CORE
• Cartridge Compatibility: .223 Wylde (Supports .223 Remington & 5.56 NATO)
• Gas Block Journal: 0.625”
• Barrel Length: 12.5”
• Gas System Length: Carbine-Length
• Platform: AR-15
• Twist Rate: 1:8
• Muzzle Thread Pattern: 1/2x28

The 12.5" .223 Wylde CORE Barrel is designed for tactical shooters, military personnel, and law enforcement who need superior balance and handling in high-stress environments. Its compact length and modern taper profile make it perfect for close-quarters combat, mobility-based operations, and tactical engagements where quick handling and reliability are essential.

The Criterion 12.5" .223 Wylde CORE Phosphate/Chrome-Lined Barrel offers unmatched handling, durability, and accuracy. With a modern continuous taper profile that optimizes weight distribution, this barrel reduces front-end weight to improve balance and speed when using modern tactical accessories. Chrome-lining ensures long-term durability, making this barrel perfect for hard use in any tactical situation.

Enhance your tactical AR-15 build with the Criterion Barrels 12.5" .223 Wylde CORE Phosphate/Chrome-Lined Carbine Length Barrel. Experience optimized weight distribution, superior balance, and unrivaled performance. Order now and take your rifle’s capabilities to the next level!