Ballistic Advantage 5.56 NATO Cold Hammer Forged 16 Hanson Mid-Length Barrel
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Ballistic Advantage 5.56 NATO Cold Hammer Forged 16 Hanson Mid-Length Barrel
The Ballistic Advantage 5.56 NATO Cold Hammer Forged 16 Hanson Mid Length Barrel is engineered for durability, accuracy, and smooth operation, making it an exceptional choice for AR-15 builders and enthusiasts. Designed with Ballistic Advantage’s proprietary Hanson profile, this barrel provides an optimized balance between weight and performance, reducing barrel whip while maintaining excellent maneuverability.
Constructed using a cold hammer forging (CHF) process, this 16-inch barrel ensures superior strength, longevity, and consistency. The CHF process enhances barrel life and accuracy retention, making it ideal for high-volume shooters, duty use, or tactical applications. The mid-length gas system is tuned for reliability and reduced felt recoil, delivering smoother cycling and improved shot-to-shot stability.
The Hanson profile eliminates the need for a traditional shoulder, allowing for more consistent harmonics and improved accuracy. This barrel is high-pressure tested (HPT) and magnetic particle inspected (MPI) to ensure structural integrity and flawless performance under rigorous use.
Finished with a durable corrosion-resistant coating, the Ballistic Advantage 5.56 NATO Cold Hammer Forged 16 Hanson Mid-Length Barrel is built to withstand harsh conditions, making it a top-tier choice for those looking for exceptional accuracy, reliability, and durability in an AR-15 build.
Key Features:
- Cold Hammer Forged Construction: This barrel utilizes the renowned cold hammer forging method, providing unmatched durability and extended life. The steel’s grain alignment from the forging process ensures superior resilience and consistent performance under diverse conditions.
- BA Hanson Profile: Experience the lightweight advantage without compromising on reliability. The BA Hanson profile reduces barrel whip, stabilizes the barrel more effectively during shots, and transitions smoothly into the included low-profile gas block.
- Optimized Gas System: Featuring a midlength gas system, it offers a balanced recoil, reducing fatigue and allowing for quicker follow-up shots. This system is meticulously designed to extend the lifespan of your rifle’s internal parts.
- Precision Machined: With a 1:7 twist rate, it is ideal for a broad range of bullet weights, ensuring top accuracy for all your shooting needs.
- Durable Coating: Finished with a robust coating, the barrel resists environmental wear and corrosion, maintaining its aesthetic and functional quality.
- Versatile Compatibility: Fits seamlessly with most AR15 setups, supporting a wide array of handguards and receivers, perfect for custom builds or upgrades.
The 16” BA Cold Hammer Forged Hanson Barrel is your go-to choice for dependable, accurate, and long-lasting performance in any scenario. Upgrade your rifle today and experience the pinnacle of shooting excellence.
Your Ballistic Advantage 5.56 NATO Cold Hammer Forged 16 Hanson Mid-Length Barrel is Guaranteed to Perform!
Ballistic Advantage is committed to providing products that meet or exceed the most discerning customers' expectations. Ballistic Advantage stands behind that commitment. From the moment you unwrap one of their barrels, as you configure it, and as you fire it on the range or in the field. They want you to experience the unique elegance and uncompromising quality crafted into every one of their barrels.
BA also stands behind its commitment to performance. All Ballistic Advantage barrels are guaranteed to give sub Minute of Angle (MOA) accuracy with match-grade ammunition.
If you are not completely satisfied with any of their barrels' form, finish, and fit, please first consult their Troubleshooting Guide. If your BA barrel is not performing at the high standard of sub-MOA accuracy, call one of their armorers at 407-739-7664. You may be requested to send the barrel to BA for inspection; they will either correct the problem, replace the barrel, or reimburse you for the purchase price of the barrel.
- BA DEFINES SUB MOA AS A GROUP SIZE OF 1 INCH OR UNDER AT 100 YARDS WITH A 3 SHOT MAGAZINE FED GROUP OR 5 SHOT SINGLE LOADED GROUP.
- THE CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE INITIAL RETURN SHIPPING COSTS OF THE BARREL. IF ANY DEFECTS ARE FOUND, BA WILL REIMBURSE THE SHIPPING COSTS AND EITHER REPLACE OR REFUND THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OF THE BARREL.
Product Information
| Manufacturer | Ballistic Advantage |
|---|---|
| Material | 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium |
| Length | 16" |
| Series | Hanson, Cold Hammer Forged |
| Made in USA | Yes |
| Weight | 27.1oz |
| Twist Rate | 1:7 |
| Caliber | 5.56 NATO |
| Finish | QPQ Nitride |
| Platform | AR15 |
| Gas Block Diameter | .750 |
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