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Ballistic Advantage
Overview
The Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Hbar 5.56 NATO AR-15 barrel features a 16-inch length with an M4 profile, designed to provide a balance of weight and rigidity for enhanced accuracy. The mid-length gas system, with a gas block diameter of .750, allows for smoother cycling and reduced recoil, while the 1:7 twist rate stabilizes a variety of bullet weights for versatile performance. This barrel is commonly found in builds that prioritize a mid-length gas system and chambered in 5.56 NATO, making it ideal for both tactical and competitive shooting applications.
Based on build data
Wilson Combat Ar-15 Lo-Profile Gas Block .750" Black
Bravo Company Mfg Upper Receiver Assembly w/ Laser T-Markings, Hard Coated Anodized - 4-UR-M4
Wmd Guns Ar-15 Gas Tube Nitromet Mid-Length
PSA AR-15 Built Stealth Upper Receiver - No T Marks - 516444539
Magpul Ar-15 Moe Stock Collapsible Mil-Spec Blk
Geissele Automatics Geissele 5.56mm Reliability Enhanced Bolt Carrier Group & Gas Key 05-2992
Aggregated and anonymized data showing how builders use this product
| Product | Category | Times Built Together |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Combat Ar-15 Lo-Profile Gas Block .750" Black | 9 | |
| Bravo Company Mfg Upper Receiver Assembly w/ Laser T-Markings, Hard Coated Anodized - 4-UR-M4 | 6 | |
| Wmd Guns Ar-15 Gas Tube Nitromet Mid-Length | 6 | |
| PSA AR-15 Built Stealth Upper Receiver - No T Marks - 516444539 | 5 | |
| Magpul Ar-15 Moe Stock Collapsible Mil-Spec Blk | 5 | |
| Geissele Automatics Geissele 5.56mm Reliability Enhanced Bolt Carrier Group & Gas Key 05-2992 | 5 |
| Platform | Percentage |
|---|---|
| AR-15 | 92.3% |
| AR-10 | 7.7% |
| Caliber | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 5.56 NATO | 100% |
| Gas System | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Mid-Length | 100% |
Builds in the community that include the Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Hbar 5.56 Nato Ar-15 Barrel - Mid-Length - 16"
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 11 | $695.74 |
 | 22 | $1205.79 |
 | 12 | $611.88 |
 | 11 | $980.97 |
 | 26 | $1856.57 |
 | 14 | $1142.55 |
 | 13 | $883.54 |
 | 25 | $3043.91 |
 | 20 | $800.48 |
 | 8 | $953.04 |
 | 13 | $1220.68 |
2 global ratings
Ballistic Advantage Modern Series HBAR 16 inch 5.56 mid length barrel has a heavier profile thats good for sustained fire. Cycles reliably with M193 and M855 ball ammo. Sub MOA with match ammo. Solid duty-style heavy barrel.
groups tightened up after about 100 rounds. solid barrel once broken in
