Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Pencil 5.56 NATO AR-15 Barrel - Mid-Length - 16"
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Overview
The Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Pencil 5.56 NATO AR-15 Barrel is a lightweight option designed for builders looking to optimize their rifle’s agility without sacrificing performance. With a 16-inch length and a mid-length gas system, this barrel provides a smoother recoil impulse, making it ideal for fast follow-up shots. The 1:7 twist rate accommodates a variety of bullet weights, ensuring versatility for different shooting applications. This barrel is commonly found in builds that prioritize a balance of weight and shootability, particularly those chambered in 5.56 NATO.
Specifications
Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Pencil 5.56 NATO AR-15 Barrel - Mid-Length - 16"
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October 2026 on GunPartPicker
Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Pencil 5.56 NATO AR-15 Barrel - Mid-Length - 16" ranked #131 of the 329 barrels builders added on GunPartPicker in October 2026. Builders have added it to their builds on GunPartPicker. Since April 2026, it ranks #84 of the 1,047 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 (85%).
It was in stock most times we checked in October 2026, and today 3 of the 5 retailers we track have it in stock. It dipped to $161.50 at AT3 Tactical for a stretch in October 2026, under its usual $171, so sales do come around. Buying today, the lowest price is $161.50 at AT3 Tactical, which matches the best price we saw in October.
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Builds Featuring This Part
See all builds →Builds in the community that include the Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Pencil 5.56 Nato Ar-15 Barrel - Mid-Length - 16"
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 27 | $958.31 |
 | 27 | $2117.70 |
 | 12 | $990.11 |
 | 19 | $1138.02 |
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