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6.5 Grendel 16'' 1-8 Twist Spr Fluted Midlength Bbl W/Lo Pro$232.75
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The FN BBL AR-15 16\" Midlength Barrel in 5.56 NATO gives you access to the same cold hammer forging and quality control that FN has refined over more than a century of barrel manufacturing. This midlength gas system strikes a practical balance for modern AR builds—offering softer recoil impulse and faster handling than rifle-length systems while maintaining reliable function across a wide range of ammunition. Whether you're building a precision rifle, a dependable patrol carbine, or a versatile general-purpose setup, this barrel delivers the accuracy and durability FN is known for.
Like FN's machine gun barrels designed to endure fully-automatic fire, this AR-15 barrel is forged from high-grade Chrome Moly Vanadium steel and subjected to Magnetic Particle testing at the factory to catch micro-stresses or metallurgical flaws before they reach your rifle. The result is consistency you can count on shot after shot. A chrome-lined bore and chamber resist corrosion and heat erosion, extending barrel life and ensuring reliable extraction even after thousands of rounds. The M4 style feed ramps and barrel extension provide the feeding reliability modern tactical and hunting rifles demand.
The matte black Manganese Phosphate finish protects against external corrosion and oxidation, blending durability with a classic, no-nonsense aesthetic. At .750\" diameter at the gas block, this barrel is compatible with standard AR-15 gas blocks and fits seamlessly into any AR platform build. FN's "Distinct Advantage" engineering means you get a precision component built to exacting standards—not a mass-produced compromiser.
| Barrel Length | 16 inches |
| Chambering | 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem |
| Gas System | Midlength |
| Gas Block Diameter | .750 inches |
| Steel Type | Chrome Moly Vanadium |
| Bore Lining | Chrome lined |
| Chamber Lining | Chrome lined |
| Feed Ramps | M4 style |
| Finish | Matte black Manganese Phosphate |
| Manufacturer | FN America |
This is a midlength gas system barrel. Midlength systems are generally softer shooting than carbine-length and offer faster target reacquisition, while providing better reliability and less bolt carrier wear than many shorter designs. The 16\" barrel length makes it suitable for hunting, competition, home defense, and general-purpose shooting.
Yes, this barrel is built to AR-15/M16 specifications and features the standard .750\" diameter at the gas block, making it compatible with any standard AR-15 platform and typical gas blocks.
The barrel is chambered in 5.56 NATO and will also safely fire .223 Remington ammunition.
Chrome lining significantly resists corrosion and heat erosion, which extends the barrel's service life and ensures consistent, reliable chambering and extraction through thousands of rounds—especially important for rifles that see regular use or harsher environments.
SKU: 115654257 • Weight: 2.06oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The FN BBL AR-15 16\" Midlength Barrel in 5.56 NATO gives you access to the same cold hammer forging and quality control that FN has refined over more than a century of barrel manufacturing. This midlength gas system strikes a practical balance for modern AR builds—offering softer recoil impulse and faster handling than rifle-length systems while maintaining reliable function across a wide range of ammunition. Whether you're building a precision rifle, a dependable patrol carbine, or a versatile general-purpose setup, this barrel delivers the accuracy and durability FN is known for.
Like FN's machine gun barrels designed to endure fully-automatic fire, this AR-15 barrel is forged from high-grade Chrome Moly Vanadium steel and subjected to Magnetic Particle testing at the factory to catch micro-stresses or metallurgical flaws before they reach your rifle. The result is consistency you can count on shot after shot. A chrome-lined bore and chamber resist corrosion and heat erosion, extending barrel life and ensuring reliable extraction even after thousands of rounds. The M4 style feed ramps and barrel extension provide the feeding reliability modern tactical and hunting rifles demand.
The matte black Manganese Phosphate finish protects against external corrosion and oxidation, blending durability with a classic, no-nonsense aesthetic. At .750\" diameter at the gas block, this barrel is compatible with standard AR-15 gas blocks and fits seamlessly into any AR platform build. FN's "Distinct Advantage" engineering means you get a precision component built to exacting standards—not a mass-produced compromiser.
| Barrel Length | 16 inches |
| Chambering | 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem |
| Gas System | Midlength |
| Gas Block Diameter | .750 inches |
| Steel Type | Chrome Moly Vanadium |
| Bore Lining | Chrome lined |
| Chamber Lining | Chrome lined |
| Feed Ramps | M4 style |
| Finish | Matte black Manganese Phosphate |
| Manufacturer | FN America |
This is a midlength gas system barrel. Midlength systems are generally softer shooting than carbine-length and offer faster target reacquisition, while providing better reliability and less bolt carrier wear than many shorter designs. The 16\" barrel length makes it suitable for hunting, competition, home defense, and general-purpose shooting.
Yes, this barrel is built to AR-15/M16 specifications and features the standard .750\" diameter at the gas block, making it compatible with any standard AR-15 platform and typical gas blocks.
The barrel is chambered in 5.56 NATO and will also safely fire .223 Remington ammunition.
Chrome lining significantly resists corrosion and heat erosion, which extends the barrel's service life and ensures consistent, reliable chambering and extraction through thousands of rounds—especially important for rifles that see regular use or harsher environments.
SKU: 115654257 • Weight: 2.06oz