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This 16-inch barrel represents Ballistic Advantage's approach to combining weight savings with structural integrity. Built using the company's proprietary Hanson profile, it delivers the lightweight feel you want without the compromise in rigidity that often comes with lighter designs.
The CHF manufacturing process creates a barrel that's significantly more durable than traditional button-rifled alternatives. Machined from CrMoV steel with a manganese phosphate finish and chrome-lined bore, this barrel is built to handle high-volume shooting without premature wear. The chrome-lined bore resists corrosion and erosion, making it easier to maintain during extended shooting sessions. HP and MPI testing at the factory ensures every barrel meets structural integrity standards before it ships.
The shoulder-less Hanson design reduces barrel whip by promoting more symmetrical vibration patterns. This means the barrel returns to its neutral position faster after firing, which translates to better follow-up shot accuracy and improved performance when shooting at speed. The mid-length gas system pairs well with the barrel's geometry, keeping things balanced and reliable across different ammunition weights. The 1-7 twist rate works with everything from lightweight 55-grain rounds to heavier match ammunition, giving you flexibility in what you shoot.
Each barrel comes with a pinned low-profile gas block already installed and aligned. That's one less component you need to source separately and another source of potential fitment issues eliminated. The M4 feed ramp extension ensures smooth chambering with standard AR components, and the 1/2-28 muzzle threads accept most suppressors and muzzle devices without modification.
The 1-7 twist rate is designed to stabilize a wide range of 5.56 NATO ammunition, from lighter 55-grain rounds up through heavier match-grade projectiles around 77 grains. This twist rate provides the flexibility to shoot whatever 5.56 ammo you have on hand without worrying about stability.
No, Hanson barrels are not designed to work with aftermarket piston kits. They're optimized for direct impingement systems with the included gas block. The Hanson profile and gas system tuning depend on this configuration for proper function.
Yes, the pinned low-profile gas block is already installed and properly aligned on the barrel. This saves you the hassle of sourcing a separate gas block and dealing with installation and alignment. The M4 feed ramp extension is also included.
The Hanson profile eliminates the shoulder that appears near the gas block on traditional profiles. This shoulder-less design reduces barrel whip and vibration, allowing faster return to the neutral position between shots. The design also shifts weight toward the rear of the barrel, which helps with recoil management while keeping overall weight down.
| UPC | 819747028495 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BABL556H13F |
| Caliber/Gauge | .223 REM/5.56 NATO |
| Barrel Length | 16" |
| Color | Black |
| Product Type | Barrel |
| Length | 16'' |
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