Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series 16″ M4 Carbine Barrel
Sub MOA Accuracy Guarantee!
The Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series 16″ M4 Carbine Barrel is engineered for exceptional performance, combining strength and durability in one sleek, high-performance package. Machined from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium (CMV) steel, this barrel provides a superior foundation for your AR build. CMV steel is known for its excellent balance of hardness and toughness, which ensures that the barrel will hold up under pressure and provide consistent results in a variety of conditions.
To protect this high-quality steel from the elements, the Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series 16″ M4 Carbine Barrel is finished with a QPQ Nitride corrosion-resistant coating. This coating greatly enhances the barrel’s resilience, ensuring that it performs reliably even in harsh environmental conditions such as wet or humid climates. The QPQ Nitride finish not only provides corrosion resistance but also increases the barrel’s wear resistance, making it ideal for prolonged use on the range or in the field.
The barrel is equipped with QPQ Nitride finished M4 feed ramp extensions, ensuring smooth feeding and reliable cycling with a wide range of ammunition. Ballistic Advantage takes extra care in coating both the extensions and barrels separately, ensuring the best possible torque values and barrel extension alignment. This attention to detail ensures that your rifle will continue to perform at its peak for years to come.
The 16″ length of the Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series M4 Carbine Barrel makes it an excellent choice for both tactical and recreational shooters. The carbine gas system configuration is known for its reliability and ease of maintenance, and it provides consistent performance even with rapid follow-up shots. This barrel is ideal for a variety of AR-15 configurations, offering a great balance between size, weight, and functionality.
Ballistic Advantage backs this barrel with a “best in industry” accuracy guarantee. With its sub-MOA accuracy guarantee, this barrel is a top choice for precision shooting. Whether you are competing in shooting sports, training for self-defense, or simply enjoying a day at the range, you can count on the 5.56 Modern Series 16″ M4 Carbine Barrel to provide the accuracy and performance you need.
Do you need assistance in choosing the right barrel for the job? Our team of experts is here to assist you in selecting the perfect barrel for your AR build. With our comprehensive knowledge and wide selection of barrels, we’ll help ensure that you get the best option for your shooting needs.
The Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series 16″ M4 Carbine Barrel features QPQ Nitride finished M4 feed ramp extensions and is equipped with a carbine gas system. The carbine-length gas system ensures reliable cycling while providing a balance between performance and recoil control. This gas system is ideal for shooters looking for consistent performance, regardless of firing speed or round type.
Ballistic Advantage’s 5.56 Modern Series barrels are known for their durability, precision, and consistent performance. Whether you’re building your first AR-15 or upgrading an existing one, the 16″ M4 Carbine Barrel offers a blend of reliability and accuracy that is perfect for a variety of shooting applications. Get the best results with every shot, every time!
BA Modern Series Barrels are not compatible with aftermarket piston kits.
Your Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series 16" M4 Carbine 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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Series | Modern |
Platform | AR15 |
Caliber | 5.56 NATO |
Length | 16" |
Twist Rate | 1:7 |
Gas System | Carbine |
Gas Block Diameter | .750 |
Material | 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium |
Finish | QPQ Nitride |
Muzzle Thread | 1/2×28 |
Made in USA | Yes |
Weight | 33oz |
Do you need assistance in choosing the right barrel for the job?
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