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dbgunsas advertised
Reviewed on May 12, 2026Verified with Build
twist rate has handled everything i fed it from 55 to 77 grain
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Daniel Defense 11.5" Government Carbine 5.56 Barrel, 1-7 Twist
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Daniel Defense
Overview
The Daniel Defense 11.5" Government Carbine barrel is designed for 5.56 NATO caliber builds, featuring a lightweight profile that enhances maneuverability without sacrificing performance. With a mid-length gas system and a 1:7 twist rate, this barrel effectively stabilizes a range of bullet weights, making it suitable for various ammunition choices. This barrel is commonly found in builds that prioritize a carbine gas system and the 5.56 NATO caliber, making it a solid choice for versatile applications.
Specifications
MPN07-077-16522-01
Gas System LengthMid-Length
Barrel Length12.5
Barrel ProfileLightweight
FinishBlack
Caliber5.56 NATO
Twist Rate1:7
Gas Block Diameter.750
Thread Pitch1/2x28
CoatingNitride
August 2026 on GunPartPicker
Daniel Defense 11.5" Government Carbine 5.56 Barrel, 1-7 Twist ranked #17 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 #13 of the 763 barrels builders have added. Builds with this barrel are nearly all chambered in 5.56 NATO, nearly all on carbine-length gas, and mostly AR-15 (93%).
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in August 2026, and today 3 of the 4 retailers we track have it in stock. Prices barely moved in August 2026, holding around $327.99, so there haven't been real sales lately. Buying today, the lowest price is $338 at BattleHawk Armory.
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Lower Receiverin 9 builds
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Charging Handle$155in 16 builds
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Handguard$155in 8 builds
Aero Precision AR-15 5.56 BCG W/C158 Bolt - Aero Logo - Phosphate
Bolt Carrier Group$149 · out of stockin 9 builds
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Trigger$335in 13 builds
Build Configuration Breakdown
Aggregated and anonymized data showing how builders use this product
PlatformBased on real build data showing which platform (AR-15, AR-10, AR-9) builders pair with this product.
92.5%
AR-1592.5%
AR-107.5%
Builds Featuring This Part
See all 22 →Builds in the community that include the Daniel Defense 11.5" Government Carbine 5.56 Barrel, 1-7 Twist
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 8 | $1792.62 |
 | 12 | $730.07 |
 | 27 | $2079.18 |
 | 23 | $1341.08 |
 | 17 | $3061.57 |
 | 7 | $2104.97 |
| 25 | $2276.01 |
 | 12 | $2000.33 |
 | 10 | $559.87 |
 | 6 | $1554.97 |
 | 14 | $1828.78 |
 | 24 | $1546.06 |
Customer reviews
4.7out of 5
3 global ratings
Top reviews
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PrestonHandsomewould buy again
Reviewed on May 10, 2026Verified with Build
profile is exactly what i was after. balanced well in the build
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Fr4nkieHudmansmall things to mention
Reviewed on March 2, 2026Verified with Build
shoots well but took 50 rounds to settle
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