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Ar-15 Modern Series Barrels .300 Blackout - Ar-15 Pistol Length 10 Barrel .300 Blackout

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.300 Blackout

Chambered Modern Series barrel

6-inch Barrel

Length

Machined From

4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel

Qpq Corrosion

Resistant finish

Qpq Coated

M4 feed ramp extension

$156.99
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SKU: 915000051

Overview

Built for a compact .300 Blackout setup, this 6-inch Modern Series barrel is intended for pistol-length configurations where a shorter profile is preferred. It is machined from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel and finished with QPQ corrosion resistance, with a QPQ coated M4 feed ramp extension. The barrel includes a .750" gas block journal and a 1:7 twist rate, making it a straightforward option for a purpose-built build. NFA/ATF rules apply, so it should be selected only in accordance with the listed legal requirements.

Why Hunters Choose the Ballistic Advantage

6-inch .300

Blackout barrel for compact pistol-length

Machined From

4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel

Qpq Corrosion-resistant

Finish adds a protective surface

Qpq-coated M4

Feed ramp extension included

.750-inch Gas

Block journal supports listed compatibility

Key Features

  • .300 Blackout chambered Modern Series barrel
  • 6-inch barrel length
  • Machined from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel
  • QPQ corrosion resistant finish
  • QPQ coated M4 feed ramp extension
  • .750-inch gas block journal
  • 1:7-inch twist rate

Best Used For

  • Hunters building a .300 Blackout pistol-length setup within applicable NFA/ATF rules.
  • Shooters needing a 6-inch Modern Series barrel for compact AR-15 configurations.
  • Users who want a barrel with a .750-inch gas block journal and 1:7 twist rate.
  • Builders looking for Ballistic Advantage barrel components for a .300 Blackout project.

Specifications

Barrel Length6 inch
Blade FinishQPQ Corrosion Resistant
Caliber300 Blackout
Country Of OriginBallistic Advantage
Feed Ramp ExtensionQPQ coated M4
Gas Block Journal.750"
Material4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium
Nfaatf NoticeAll NFA/ATF Rules Apply
Twist Rate1:7 inches

Pros

  • 6-inch .300 Blackout barrel for compact pistol-length builds.
  • Machined from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel.
  • QPQ corrosion-resistant finish adds a protective surface treatment.
  • QPQ-coated M4 feed ramp extension included.
  • .750-inch gas block journal supports listed compatibility.
  • 1:7 twist rate specified for this barrel.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • This 6-inch barrel is intended for .300 Blackout builds, so it is a specialized choice rather than a general-purpose option.
  • The short length makes it suited to compact configurations, but it is not a substitute for a longer barrel when a different setup is required.
  • NFA/ATF rules apply, and possession or installation depends on the receiver and firearm configuration, so compliance needs to be verified before purchase.
  • The .750" gas block journal and 1:7 twist rate are fixed specifications, which means compatibility should be checked against the rest of the build before ordering.

Suggested Comparisons

  • AR-15 barrels
  • Complete upper receivers
  • AR-15 pistol components
  • 300 Blackout ammunition

Suggested Accessories

  • AR-15 upper receiver
  • Gas block
  • Handguard
  • Muzzle device

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is this barrel chambered for?

It is chambered in .300 Blackout.

What is the barrel length?

The product description states 6 inches.

What material and finish are listed for this barrel?

It is listed as 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel with a QPQ Corrosion Resistant Finish.

What gas block journal size is specified?

The listed gas block journal is .750 inch.

What twist rate is provided?

The listed twist rate is 1:7 inches.