.308 AR10 Barrel - 16" - 5/8x24 - 1:10 Twist - Heavy - Mid Length
Purpose: The barrel is one of the most critical components of a rifle. Its primary purpose is to contain the high-pressure gases produced when the cartridge is fired and direct that energy to propel the bullet forward at high velocity. Inside the barrel, the rifling (spiral grooves) spins the bullet, stabilizing it in flight for improved accuracy and range. The barrel’s length, material, twist rate, and profile also significantly influence the rifle’s overall performance, recoil, maneuverability, and effective velocity.
Features: This is a 16-inch .308/AR-10 heavy-profile barrel well-suited for standard rifle or SBR builds. It features 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel construction with a Parkerized finish for good corrosion resistance and a matte, non-reflective appearance. Key specs include a 1:10 twist rate (effective for stabilizing common .308 bullet weights like 147–175+ grains), mid-length gas system, and heavy contour for improved stiffness, heat dissipation, and durability.
- Caliber:
- .308
- Color:
- Black
- Material:
- Steel
- Thread Pattern:
- 5/8x24
- Platform:
- AR-10
- Twist:
- 1:10
- Length:
- 16"
- Features:
- Heavy
- Gas Tube Length:
- Mid
- Gas Block Size:
- .750"