AR-15 Barrels

The barrel is the heart of an AR-15 build, directly influencing accuracy, recoil, and overall performance. Our AR-15 barrels are available in popular lengths, profiles, and gas system configurations to support a wide range of build styles—from general range use to performance-focused setups.

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Choosing the Right AR-15 Barrel

Selecting the right barrel depends on how you plan to use your rifle. Factors such as barrel length, profile, gas system length, and twist rate all affect handling, recoil impulse, and accuracy.

For most builders, a mid-length gas system paired with a 16-inch barrel offers an excellent balance of reliability and shootability.

AR-15 Barrel Lengths & Use Cases

  • 10.3″–11.5″: Compact pistol or SBR builds
  • 14.5″–16″: Most popular for general-purpose rifles
  • 18″+: Precision and longer-range builds

Gas System Considerations

The gas system length impacts how smoothly your rifle cycles. Carbine, mid-length, and rifle gas systems each offer different recoil characteristics depending on barrel length and configuration.

Matching the correct gas system to your barrel length helps reduce wear and improves overall shooting comfort.

Components to Pair with Your Barrel

Build with Confidence

If you’re planning a full build or want help choosing compatible parts, these guides can help simplify the process: