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One Horse OH-BR01 16″ 5.56 NATO M4 Contour Barrel, 1:7 Carbine Gas

UPC: 850078799104

$94.99

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Description

The One Horse OH-BR01 is a 16-inch AR-15 barrel chambered in 5.56 NATO, built to the classic M4 contour that so many builders reach for. It runs a carbine-length gas system and a 1:7 twist rate, which is the sweet spot for stabilizing heavier projectiles while still handling lighter loads without a fuss. The nitride finish inside and out is the kind of treatment you want on a working gun, since it fights corrosion and holds up to plenty of range time.

Why the OH-BR01 Barrel Earns Its Spot in a Build

The M4 profile is popular for a reason. It trims weight from the muzzle end where you feel it most, giving you a balanced, quick-handling rifle without going full pencil thin. The carbine gas setup keeps things simple and reliable, cycling a broad range of factory 5.56 and .223 ammo. That 1:7 twist means you can feed it 62-grain green tip, 69-grain match, or heavier 75 to 77-grain loads and expect solid stabilization downrange.

Getting the One Horse OH-BR01 Onto Your Upper

This is a standard M4-pattern barrel, so it drops into a mil-spec upper the way you'd expect. It carries an M4 feed ramp extension and a .750 gas block journal, so your favorite carbine-length gas block and tube will seat right up. The muzzle is threaded 1/2×28, ready for whatever flash hider, brake, or suppressor mount you like to run.

One Horse builds these barrels for folks putting together a dependable range gun, a defensive carbine, or a first AR-15 without overspending on the barrel. It's a proven recipe done cleanly, and it gives you a reliable foundation to build the rest of your rifle around.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: One Horse LLC
  • Manufacturer Part Number: OH-BR01
  • UPC: 850078799104
  • Caliber: 5.56 NATO
  • Barrel Length: 16"
  • Contour: M4
  • Gas System: Carbine-Length
  • Twist Rate: 1:7
  • Finish: Nitride
  • Gas Block Journal: .750"
  • Muzzle Threads: 1/2×28
  • Barrel Extension: M4 Feed Ramps

What’s Included

  • One Horse OH-BR01 16" 5.56 NATO M4 contour barrel

Frequently Asked Questions

What twist rate does the One Horse OH-BR01 barrel have?

The OH-BR01 runs a 1:7 twist. That's a versatile rate that stabilizes heavier match and defensive loads in the 69 to 77-grain range while still shooting lighter 55 and 62-grain ammo just fine. If you plan to run a mix of bullet weights, 1:7 is a dependable choice.

Will this barrel work with a standard carbine gas block and handguard?

Yes. The OH-BR01 uses a carbine-length gas system with a .750 gas block journal, so common carbine-length gas blocks and gas tubes bolt right up. It's an M4-profile barrel with M4 feed ramps, so it fits mil-spec uppers and standard handguard setups without surprises.

Is the OH-BR01 threaded for a muzzle device or suppressor?

It is. The muzzle comes threaded 1/2×28, which is the standard 5.56 pitch. That lets you run flash hiders, muzzle brakes, compensators, or a suppressor adapter of your choice.

Can I shoot .223 Remington through this 5.56 NATO barrel?

Yes. A barrel chambered in 5.56 NATO safely handles both 5.56 and .223 Remington ammunition, which gives you flexibility on the range. Running .223 in a 5.56 chamber is fine and a common practice among AR builders.

Additional information

UPC

850078799104

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

OHBR01

Barrel Length

16''

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