Ballistic Advantage167526927
6.5 Grendel 12.5'' 1-8 Twst Hanson Cont. Carbine Bbl W/Lo Pro$213.75
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Availability: In Stock
The Ballistic Advantage 6.5 Grendel 16" 1-8 Twist fluted midlength barrel is a purpose-built upper receiver component for shooters who demand accuracy and efficiency in a compact platform. Machined from 416R stainless steel with a bead blasted finish, this Hanson series barrel arrives with a pinned low-pro gas block already installed—no extra fitting or alignment work required. The 1-in-8 twist rate stabilizes the full range of 6.5 Grendel ammunition, from lightweight varmint loads to heavy match and hunting rounds, making it a genuinely versatile choice for the AR platform.
Weight matters on a rifle you carry, and Ballistic Advantage's fluted design achieves significant weight reduction—up to 16 ounces—without compromising the rigidity needed for consistent accuracy. The midlength gas system and compact 16" barrel length balance maneuverability with velocity, keeping you nimble in the field or at the range while maintaining practical hunting and defensive performance out to extended distances. This is a Type 2 chambered barrel, so verify compatibility with your upper receiver and bolt carrier group before purchase.
The Hanson profile is Ballistic Advantage's in-house design and is optimized for reliability and accuracy across the platform. Note that Hanson barrels are not compatible with aftermarket piston conversion kits, so if you run a piston system, confirm your setup before committing. The pinned lo-pro gas block simplifies assembly and keeps your rail real estate clear for optics and accessories.
| Caliber | 6.5 Grendel |
| Barrel Length | 16 inches |
| Twist Rate | 1 in 8 |
| Material | 416R Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Bead Blasted |
| Gas System | Midlength |
| Chamber | Type 2 |
| Included Components | Pinned Lo-Pro Gas Block |
| Barrel Series | Hanson (Fluted) |
This is a Type 2 6.5 Grendel barrel designed for AR-15 style uppers. Verify that your upper receiver and bolt carrier group are also Type 2 chambered for proper compatibility. The included pinned lo-pro gas block is already fitted to the barrel, so installation is straightforward.
No. Ballistic Advantage Hanson series barrels are not designed to work with aftermarket piston conversion kits. This barrel is optimized for direct impingement gas systems.
The 16" midlength 6.5 Grendel excels as a compact platform for hunting, target shooting, and field use where maneuverability matters. The 1-in-8 twist stabilizes everything from light varmint loads to heavy match and hunting ammunition, giving you real versatility across the cartridge's effective range.
Ballistic Advantage's fluted barrel design achieves weight reduction of up to 16 ounces compared to unfluted stainless barrels of the same caliber and length, without sacrificing the rigidity and accuracy you need in the field or at the range.
SKU: 167529379 • Weight: 3oz
Availability: In Stock
The Ballistic Advantage 6.5 Grendel 16" 1-8 Twist fluted midlength barrel is a purpose-built upper receiver component for shooters who demand accuracy and efficiency in a compact platform. Machined from 416R stainless steel with a bead blasted finish, this Hanson series barrel arrives with a pinned low-pro gas block already installed—no extra fitting or alignment work required. The 1-in-8 twist rate stabilizes the full range of 6.5 Grendel ammunition, from lightweight varmint loads to heavy match and hunting rounds, making it a genuinely versatile choice for the AR platform.
Weight matters on a rifle you carry, and Ballistic Advantage's fluted design achieves significant weight reduction—up to 16 ounces—without compromising the rigidity needed for consistent accuracy. The midlength gas system and compact 16" barrel length balance maneuverability with velocity, keeping you nimble in the field or at the range while maintaining practical hunting and defensive performance out to extended distances. This is a Type 2 chambered barrel, so verify compatibility with your upper receiver and bolt carrier group before purchase.
The Hanson profile is Ballistic Advantage's in-house design and is optimized for reliability and accuracy across the platform. Note that Hanson barrels are not compatible with aftermarket piston conversion kits, so if you run a piston system, confirm your setup before committing. The pinned lo-pro gas block simplifies assembly and keeps your rail real estate clear for optics and accessories.
| Caliber | 6.5 Grendel |
| Barrel Length | 16 inches |
| Twist Rate | 1 in 8 |
| Material | 416R Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Bead Blasted |
| Gas System | Midlength |
| Chamber | Type 2 |
| Included Components | Pinned Lo-Pro Gas Block |
| Barrel Series | Hanson (Fluted) |
This is a Type 2 6.5 Grendel barrel designed for AR-15 style uppers. Verify that your upper receiver and bolt carrier group are also Type 2 chambered for proper compatibility. The included pinned lo-pro gas block is already fitted to the barrel, so installation is straightforward.
No. Ballistic Advantage Hanson series barrels are not designed to work with aftermarket piston conversion kits. This barrel is optimized for direct impingement gas systems.
The 16" midlength 6.5 Grendel excels as a compact platform for hunting, target shooting, and field use where maneuverability matters. The 1-in-8 twist stabilizes everything from light varmint loads to heavy match and hunting ammunition, giving you real versatility across the cartridge's effective range.
Ballistic Advantage's fluted barrel design achieves weight reduction of up to 16 ounces compared to unfluted stainless barrels of the same caliber and length, without sacrificing the rigidity and accuracy you need in the field or at the range.
SKU: 167529379 • Weight: 3oz