Wilson Combat Ranger Barrel W/intermediate Gas Tube 5.56 16in Round
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Overview
The Wilson Combat Ranger Barrel features a 16-inch round profile designed specifically for 5.56 NATO, making it a versatile choice for a variety of builds. With an intermediate gas system, this barrel provides a balanced gas pressure that enhances reliability and reduces recoil for smoother operation. The 1:8 twist rate allows for optimal stabilization of a wide range of bullet weights, making it suitable for both target shooting and tactical applications. This barrel is commonly found in builds prioritizing an intermediate gas system and chambered in 5.56 NATO.
Specifications
August 2026 on GunPartPicker
Wilson Combat Ranger Barrel W/intermediate Gas Tube 5.56 16in Round ranked #26 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 #34 of the 762 barrels builders have added. Builds with this barrel are nearly all chambered in 5.56 NATO, nearly all on intermediate gas, and nearly all AR-15.
Availability is good: it was in stock at one retailer or another nearly every day in August 2026, and today all 4 retailers we track have it in stock. It dipped to $220.99 at Palmetto State Armory for a stretch in August 2026, well under its usual $270.95, so sales do come around. Buying today, the lowest price is $255.49 at Optics Planet, above August's low of $220.99, so a better deal may come back.
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Frequently Built With
The part most often added in each category by the 15 builds that include this one
Bravo Company Mfg Upper Receiver Assembly w/ Laser T-Markings, Hard Coated Anodized - 4-UR-M4
Sharps Bros Showdown Stripped Lower Receiver - Black, Unique Design and High-Performance for Custom AR Builds - SBLR11
Geissele Automatics AR-15 SSA-E X Lightning Bow Trigger
Wilson Combat AR-15 Starburst Gunfighter Pistol Grip Black
Strike Industries Ambidextrous Magazine Release, Black - ARAMBIMRBK
Midwest Industries Quad Rail AR-15 Handguard - 15"
Builds Featuring This Part
See all 4 →Builds in the community that include the Wilson Combat Ranger Barrel W/intermediate Gas Tube 5.56 16in Round
| Build | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
 | 23 | $1330.30 |
 | 16 | $637.30 |
 | 14 | $2401.82 |
 | 25 | $2016.94 |
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