Spikes Tactical Rifle-Length AR-15 Gas Tube, Melonite Coated

Description

The gas tube is one of those small parts that quietly makes or breaks how your AR runs, and Spikes Tactical didn't cut any corners here. This rifle-length tube measures right around 15 1/8 inches, which is the length you want for barrels in the 18 to 20 inch range running a rifle-length gas system. It's machined from Mil-Spec 304 stainless steel, then treated with a Melonite finish that boosts heat resistance, guards against corrosion, and cuts down on glare so it stays out of sight under your handguard.

What Sets This Spikes Tactical Gas Tube Apart

Melonite isn't just a black coating for looks. The nitride treatment hardens the surface and helps the tube shrug off rust and heat buildup, which matters when you're running long strings or shooting older corrosive surplus ammo. That corrosion resistance makes it a smart pick for 5.45 uppers as well as your standard .223/5.56 builds. The finish also keeps things low-reflection, a detail hunters and anyone running a subdued rifle will appreciate.

Same Tube Spikes Runs in Their Own Rifles

This is the exact gas tube Spikes Tactical installs on their ST-15 rifles and every one of their complete upper receivers. That's worth pointing out because it means you're not settling for a bargain part to finish your build. You're getting the same component the factory trusts, and it's backed by the Spikes lifetime warranty.

Installing the Rifle-Length Gas Tube

Each tube ships with a stainless steel split roll pin, so you've got what you need to pin it into your gas block. The whole thing weighs in at just under an ounce, so it won't add anything noticeable up front. If you're swapping out an old tube or building fresh, just double-check that your barrel is set up for a rifle-length system before ordering, since gas tube length has to match your gas port location for the rifle to cycle right.