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Diamondback
Overview
The Diamondback AR-15 16" barrel is designed for 5.56 NATO and .223 Remington calibers, featuring a medium profile that balances weight and performance. With a mid-length gas system, this barrel ensures reliable cycling while the 1:8 twist rate offers versatility for stabilizing a range of bullet weights. Builders often integrate this barrel into carbine gas system builds, making it a solid choice for those looking to enhance their AR-15 configuration.
Based on build data
Expo Arms Mid-Length Gas Tube - Stainless Steel
LBE Unlimited AR-15 Takedown And Pivot Pin Set - ARTDPP
Expo Arms Ar-15 Ambidextrous Safety Selector
Ar-15 Forged M4 Upper Receiver 5.56mm - Ar-15 Forged M4 Stripped Upper Receiver
TPS Arms AR-15 Mag Catch Assembly, Black - AR-1031
Aero Precision Ar-15 Ejection Port Cover Assembly
Aggregated and anonymized data showing how builders use this product
| Product | Category | Times Built Together |
|---|---|---|
| Expo Arms Mid-Length Gas Tube - Stainless Steel | 2 | |
| LBE Unlimited AR-15 Takedown And Pivot Pin Set - ARTDPP | 2 | |
| Expo Arms Ar-15 Ambidextrous Safety Selector | 2 | |
| Ar-15 Forged M4 Upper Receiver 5.56mm - Ar-15 Forged M4 Stripped Upper Receiver | 2 | |
| TPS Arms AR-15 Mag Catch Assembly, Black - AR-1031 | 2 | |
| Aero Precision Ar-15 Ejection Port Cover Assembly | 2 |
| Platform | Percentage |
|---|---|
| AR-15 | 100% |
| Caliber | Percentage |
|---|---|
| .223 Remington | 100% |
| Gas System | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Carbine | 100% |
Builds in the community that include the Diamondback AR-15 223 Rem & 556 NATO 16" 1:8 Barrel, Black Nitride Finish - 556M16M50B8R
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 12 | $634.66 |
 | 11 | $455.94 |
 | 24 | $922.22 |
 | 16 | $706.73 |
 | 21 | $585.29 |
2 global ratings
Diamondback 16 inch 5.56 1:8 nitride barrel needed about 100 rounds of break-in before groups tightened up. Now consistently sub 2 MOA with 55gr bulk ball. Black nitride finish is consistent. Solid budget barrel for a parts build.
Diamondback 16 inch 5.56 1:8 nitride barrel shoots flat with 55gr ball at 100 yards. Decent groups for the price tier. Black nitride finish is durable. 1:8 twist handles a range of bullet weights. Solid budget barrel for a parts build.
