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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.
Ballistic Advantage Modern Series HBAR 5.56 NATO AR-15 Barrel - Mid-Length - 16"
Ballistic Advantage Modern Series HBAR 5.56 NATO AR-15 Barrel - Mid-Length - 16" ranked #20 of the 298 barrels builders added on GunPartPicker in August 2026. Builders have been adding it to their builds on GunPartPicker since February 2026. All time, it ranks #12 of the 760 barrels builders have added. Builds with this barrel are nearly all chambered in 5.56 NATO, nearly all on mid-length gas, and mostly AR-15 (92%).
It was in stock most days in August 2026, and today 4 of the 8 retailers we track have it in stock. The best price drifted down from $144.99 to $117.49 over August 2026 without a real sale. Buying today, the lowest price is $117.49 at Ammunition Depot, which matches the best price we saw in August.
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Read the guide: AR-15 Barrel Length & Brand Report →The part most often added in each category by the 43 builds that include this one
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Aggregated and anonymized data showing how builders use this product
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 | $650.55 |
 | 22 | $1160.03 |
 | 12 | $565.65 |
 | 11 | $952.25 |
 | 26 | $1786.35 |
 | 14 | $1229.73 |
 | 13 | $821.85 |
 | 25 | $3113.25 |
 | 20 | $759.34 |
 | 8 | $912.02 |
 | 13 | $1193.97 |
2 global ratings
Top reviews
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
