Criterion Barrels .223 Wylde AR-15 Barrel - Hybrid Profile - Mid Length - Nitride - 16"

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Criterion Barrels

Overview

The Criterion Barrels .223 Wylde AR-15 Barrel features a mid-length gas system, which provides a smoother recoil impulse and improved reliability compared to shorter systems. With a 1:8 twist rate, this barrel is optimized for stabilizing a wide range of bullet weights, giving you versatility in ammunition choices. This barrel commonly appears in builds that utilize the .223 Wylde caliber, making it a solid choice for those looking to maximize performance and accuracy.

Specifications

MPN1516S-HY8-N
Thread Pitch1/2x28
Barrel Length20
Gas System LengthMid-Length
Caliber.308 Win
Barrel ProfileM4
Twist Rate1:10
Gas Block Diameter.750
FinishNitride
CoatingNitride

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Build history on GunPartPicker

Builders have been adding the Criterion Barrels .223 Wylde AR-15 Barrel - Hybrid Profile - Mid Length - Nitride - 16" to their builds on GunPartPicker since February 2026. All time, it ranks #83 of the 763 barrels builders have added.

It was in stock most days in August 2026, and today 2 of the 4 retailers we track have it in stock. The best price drifted down from $313.49 to $283.99 over August 2026 without a real sale. Buying today, the lowest price is $283.99 at Ammunition Depot, which matches the best price we saw in August.

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