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AR-15 · Barrel
Ballistic Advantage Premium Series 16" .223 Wylde SPR Fluted Mid-Length Barrel (BABL223017PL)
$238
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Specs
| Length (in) | 16 |
| Caliber | 556 |
| Calname | .223 Wylde |
| Gas system | mid |
| Thread | 1/2x28 |
Pros and cons
Pros
- 416R stainless with .223 Wylde chamber for accuracy
- Fluting trims weight from a stiff SPR profile
- Sub-MOA claims common in owner reviews
Cons
- Stainless bore wears faster than chrome under rapid fire
- Heavier than a pencil or government profile
Other barrel options
- Criterion Barrels CORE 14.5" .223 Wylde Mid-Length Chrome-Lined Barrel (15140-CR8) $313
- Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 16" 5.56 Government Profile Mid-Length Barrel (BABL556015M) $175
- Faxon Firearms Duty Series 16" Pencil 5.56 NATO Mid-Length Barrel (15A58M16NPQ) $187
- Dirty Bird 16" 5.56 M4 Carbine Phosphate/Chrome-Lined Barrel w/ F-Marked FSB (D264) $230
- Ballistic Advantage Performance Series 13.7" 5.56 Hanson Mid-Length Barrel w/ Low Pro Gas Block (BABL556036F) $163
- Aero Precision 12.5" 5.56 Government Profile CMV Barrel, Carbine Length (APRH100422C) $170
- Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 16" .300 BLK DRP Pistol-Length Barrel (BABL300011M) $171
- Faxon Firearms Duty Series 16" Gunner .300 BLK Carbine-Length Barrel (15A38C16NGQ) $173