Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Performance Series 14.5″ Hanson Barrel (.625)
Sub MOA Accuracy Guarantee!
The Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Performance Series 14.5″ Hanson Barrel (.625) is engineered for shooters seeking a lightweight yet highly accurate barrel. Constructed from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium (CMV) steel and finished with a QPQ Nitride treatment, this barrel offers superior durability, corrosion resistance, and long-lasting performance. Designed for mid-length gas systems, it provides smoother recoil impulse and increased reliability, making it ideal for professional shooters and custom AR-15 builds.
Hanson Profile for Optimal Performance
The proprietary Hanson Profile eliminates the sharp shoulder transition commonly found in traditional barrels. This design reduces barrel whip and improves harmonics, resulting in greater accuracy and superior control without adding unnecessary weight. The balanced design ensures a natural shooting feel that enhances overall handling.
Enhanced Features for Maximum Reliability
- 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium Steel – High-strength material for extended barrel life
- QPQ Nitride Finish – Increases corrosion resistance and surface hardness
- FailZero Nickel Boron Coated M4 Feed Ramp Extensions – Ensures smooth feeding and reliability
- Pinned Lo-Pro Gas Block – Factory-installed and pinned for secure attachment
- Mid-Length Gas System – Optimized for smoother cycling and recoil mitigation
- HP and MPI Tested – Guarantees structural integrity and superior performance
- Threaded Muzzle (1/2×28) – Compatible with most muzzle devices and suppressors
Versatile and Tactical Applications
The Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Performance Series 14.5″ Hanson Barrel is the perfect choice for those looking to build a lightweight, highly accurate rifle for duty, defense, or competition. The combination of the Hanson Profile and mid-length gas system results in exceptional handling characteristics while maintaining high accuracy standards.
Product Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Ballistic Advantage
- Series: Performance
- Caliber: 5.56 NATO
- Length: 14.5 inches
- Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium Steel
- Finish: QPQ Nitride
- Gas System: Mid-Length
- Gas Block Diameter: .625″
- Twist Rate: 1:7 inches
- Muzzle Threads: 1/2×28
- Weight: TBD
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Note: This barrel is not compatible with aftermarket piston kits. Ensure compliance with local firearm regulations before installation.
Your Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Performance Series 14.5" Hanson Barrel (.625) 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 | Hanson, Performance |
Platform | AR15 |
Caliber | 5.56 NATO |
Length | 14.5" |
Twist Rate | 1:7 |
Gas System | Mid-Length |
Gas Block Diameter | .625 |
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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