Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series 13.7″ Government Barrel
Sub MOA Accuracy Guarantee!
The Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series 13.7″ Government Barrel is precision-engineered to deliver exceptional accuracy, durability, and reliability. Designed for tactical shooters, duty applications, and custom rifle builds, this barrel balances performance and maneuverability while ensuring top-tier quality.
Premium Construction for Longevity & Performance
Crafted from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium (CMV) steel, this barrel provides superior heat resistance, durability, and longevity. The advanced QPQ Nitride finish enhances corrosion resistance and creates an ultra-smooth bore surface, improving accuracy and ease of maintenance.
Government Profile for Optimal Balance
The Government profile offers a perfect balance between weight and durability. It’s designed to maintain structural integrity while ensuring the barrel isn’t excessively heavy, making it an excellent choice for both dynamic shooting and precision applications.
Key Features:
- 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium (CMV) Steel: Ensures long-lasting durability and high heat resistance.
- QPQ Nitride Finish: Provides superior corrosion resistance and a smoother bore surface.
- Mid-Length Gas System: Enhances reliability while reducing felt recoil and gas pressure.
- M4 Feed Ramps: Ensures smooth chambering and increased reliability in various conditions.
- Threaded 1/2×28 Muzzle: Compatible with standard muzzle devices and suppressors.
- Government Profile: Offers a well-balanced weight distribution for durability without excess bulk.
Why Choose a 13.7″ Barrel?
The 13.7-inch barrel is a highly sought-after choice for rifle builders looking to achieve a compact yet full-powered AR platform. When paired with a **permanently attached** muzzle device, this barrel meets the **16-inch minimum rifle length requirement**, allowing shooters to maintain **maneuverability without requiring NFA registration**.
Optimized for Tactical & Defensive Use
With a **Mid-Length gas system**, this barrel provides a **smoother recoil impulse** compared to shorter gas systems, making it easier to maintain accuracy during rapid fire. Whether used for **home defense, tactical applications, or competition**, this barrel ensures top-tier performance.
Find the Right Barrel for Your Build
Whether upgrading an existing rifle or starting a custom build, the **Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series 13.7″ Government Barrel** is an outstanding choice for shooters who demand **precision, reliability, and durability**. Do you need assistance in choosing the right barrel for the job?
Your Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series 13.7" Government 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 |
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Gas Block Diameter | .750 |
Series | Modern |
Platform | AR15 |
Caliber | 5.56 NATO |
Length | 13.7" |
Twist Rate | 1:7 |
Gas System | Mid-Length |
Material | 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium |
Finish | QPQ Nitride |
Muzzle Thread | 1/2×28 |
Made in USA | Yes |
Weight | 27oz |
Do you need assistance in choosing the right barrel for the job?
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