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Overview
The Bravo Company Manufacturing 16" 5.56 NATO barrel features a Government profile and is designed for a mid-length gas system, providing a balanced performance suitable for both accuracy and reliability. With a 1:7 twist rate, this barrel stabilizes a wide range of bullet weights, making it versatile for various ammunition choices. This barrel is commonly used in builds that prioritize a mid-length gas system and 5.56 NATO caliber, catering to both tactical and competitive shooting applications.
Bravo Company Manufacturing 16" 5.56 NATO 1:7 Mid-Length Govt. Profile AR-15 Barrel
Bravo Company Manufacturing 16" 5.56 NATO 1:7 Mid-Length Govt. Profile AR-15 Barrel ranked #34 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 #46 of the 763 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%).
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in August 2026, and today both retailers we track have it in stock. Prices barely moved in August 2026, holding around $279, so there haven't been real sales lately. Buying today, the lowest price is $279 at Bravo Company USA, which matches the best price we saw in August.
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Builds in the community that include the Bravo Company Manufacturing 16" 5.56 Nato 1:7 Mid-Length Govt. Profile Ar-15 Barrel
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 27 | $2136.77 |
 | 9 | $1076.95 |
 | 17 | $1302.65 |
 | 20 | $1583.66 |
 | 11 | $1410.95 |
 | 19 | $1372.77 |
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Top reviews
BCM 16 inch 5.56 mid length government profile barrel has the chamber polished smooth. Headspace was correct out of the box. 1:7 twist handles full range of 5.56 loads. Government contour is the right balance of weight and barrel life.
