AR-15/M16 5.56 Hammer Forged Barrels - 16'''' Government Mid-Length 5.56 Barrel, 1-7 Twist
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Daniel Defense
Overview
The Daniel Defense AR-15/M16 5.56 Hammer Forged Barrel features a 16-inch Government profile designed for optimal performance with a mid-length gas system. Its 1:7 twist rate stabilizes a variety of bullet weights, making it versatile for different shooting applications. This barrel is commonly found in builds that prioritize a mid-length gas system chambered in 5.56 NATO, providing a balance of recoil management and reliability.
Specifications
AR-15/M16 5.56 Hammer Forged Barrels - 16'''' Government Mid-Length 5.56 Barrel, 1-7 Twist
Build history on GunPartPicker
Builders have been adding the Daniel Defense AR-15/M16 5.56 Hammer Forged Barrels - 16'''' Government Mid-Length 5.56 Barrel, 1-7 Twist to their builds on GunPartPicker since March 2026. All time, it ranks #242 of the 821 barrels builders have added.
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in September 2026, and today 7 of the 8 retailers we track have it in stock. Prices barely moved in September 2026, holding around $348, so there haven't been real sales lately. Buying today, the lowest price is $338 at BattleHawk Armory, which matches the best price we saw in September.
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Frequently Built With
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Sightmark Ultra Shot M-Spec FMS Reflex Sight
Daniel Defense Complete Bolt/carrier Group, M16
Geissele Automatics USASOC Airborne Charging Handle, Black
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Midwest Industries AR-15 G4 13.375" Handguard M-LOK Black
Build Configuration Breakdown
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Builds Featuring This Part
See all 3 →Builds in the community that include the Ar-15/M16 5.56 Hammer Forged Barrels - 16'''' Government Mid-Length 5.56 Barrel, 1-7 Twist
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 27 | $6489.83 |
 | 22 | $1625.07 |
 | 8 | $3331.70 |
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