Proof Research .223 Wylde AR-Type AR-15 Barrel - Mid Length - Stainless Steel - .750" - 16"
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Overview
The Proof Research .223 Wylde AR-Type AR-15 Barrel is designed for versatility and accuracy, accommodating both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO cartridges. With a 16-inch length and a mid-length gas system, it provides a balanced shooting experience while the 1:7 twist rate enhances stability for a range of bullet weights. This barrel profile is commonly found in precision-focused builds, making it a solid choice for those looking to maximize performance.
Specifications
Proof Research .223 Wylde AR-Type AR-15 Barrel - Mid Length - Stainless Steel - .750" - 16"
Build history on GunPartPicker
Builders have been adding the Proof Research .223 Wylde AR-Type AR-15 Barrel - Mid Length - Stainless Steel - .750" - 16" to their builds on GunPartPicker since March 2026. All time, it ranks #140 of the 815 barrels builders have added.
It was hard to find in August 2026, in stock on only 10 of the 21 days we checked, and today 2 of the 5 retailers we track have it in stock. It dipped to $400 at Ammunition Depot for a stretch in August 2026, well under its usual $449 to $569, so sales do come around. Buying today, the lowest price is $449 at Brownells, above August's low of $400, so a better deal may come back.
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Frequently Built With
The part most often added in each category by the 3 builds that include this one
Aero Precision AR-15 Ejection Port Cover Assembly
Bravo Company Mfg Upper Receiver Assembly w/ Laser T-Markings, Hard Coated Anodized - 4-UR-M4
Geissele Automatics AR-15 SSA-E X Lightning Bow Trigger
Strike Industries Collar Adjustable Gas Block
Aero Precision AR-15 Breach Charging Handle Ambidextrous Small Levers
Colt M16 5.56 Bolt Carrier Group
Builds Featuring This Part
See all 1 →Builds in the community that include the Proof Research .223 Wylde Ar-Type Ar-15 Barrel - Mid Length - Stainless Steel - .750" - 16"
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 19 | $2470.58 |
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