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Ar-15 Performance Series 300 Blackout Rifle Barrels - Performance Series 300 Blackout 10.3'''' Hanson Pistol W/Lo Pro

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300 Blackout

Chambered Performance Series barrel

10.3-inch Hanson

Lo-pro gas block

Machined From

4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel

Qpq Corrosion

Resistant finish

Nickel Boron

Coated extended M4 feed ramp

$209.00
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SKU: 430104013

Overview

Built for 300 Blackout AR-15 setups, this Performance Series barrel is intended for shooters configuring a pistol-length firearm or other compliant NFA/ATF use cases. It uses a 10.3-inch Hanson profile and includes a pinned lo-pro gas block, making it a focused option for a compact build. The barrel is machined from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel and finished with QPQ corrosion resistance, while the Nickel Boron coated extended M4 feed ramp extension adds another performance-oriented detail. It is not designed for use with aftermarket piston kits, so it suits builders planning around a conventional setup.

Why Hunters Choose the Ballistic Advantage

Chambered 300

Blackout for compatibility with that

Machined From

4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel

Qpq Corrosion

Resistant finish adds a protective

Nickel Boron

Coated extended M4 feed ramp

Includes Ballistic

Advantage's proprietary BA Hanson profile

Key Features

  • 300 Blackout chambered Performance Series barrel
  • 10.3-inch Hanson pistol configuration with lo-pro gas block
  • Machined from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel
  • QPQ corrosion resistant finish
  • Nickel Boron coated extended M4 feed ramp extension
  • Not designed to work with aftermarket piston kits

Best Used For

  • Hunters building a 300 Blackout pistol configuration with a 10.3-inch barrel
  • Users wanting a Hanson-profile barrel with a pinned low-profile gas block
  • Builders planning a setup that does not use aftermarket piston kits
  • Shooters needing a Performance Series barrel with an extended M4 feed ramp extension

Specifications

Barrel Length10.3"
Blade FinishQPQ Corrosion Resistant Finish
Blade Steel4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel
Caliber300 Blackout
Feed Ramp ExtensionNickel Boron Coated Extended M4 Feed Ramp Extension
Gas BlockPinned lo-pro gas block
Nfaatf Rules ApplyYes
Piston Kit CompatibleNo
ProfileBA Hanson profile

Pros

  • Chambered in 300 Blackout for compatibility with that cartridge.
  • Machined from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel.
  • QPQ corrosion resistant finish adds a protective surface treatment.
  • Nickel Boron coated extended M4 feed ramp extension included.
  • Includes Ballistic Advantage's proprietary BA Hanson profile.
  • Pinned lo-pro gas block included with the Hanson barrel.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Hanson barrels are not designed to work with aftermarket piston kits, so compatibility is limited to non-piston setups.
  • The included pinned lo-pro gas block is part of the barrel package, which reduces flexibility if you prefer to choose your own gas block.
  • This barrel is intended for 300 Blackout configurations and must be used in compliance with applicable NFA/ATF rules, which narrows lawful use cases.
  • The 10.3-inch Hanson pistol format is a specialized setup, so it may not suit builds that require a different barrel length or profile.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Other 300 Blackout rifle barrels
  • AR-15 pistol barrels
  • Barrels with pinned low-profile gas blocks
  • Barrels for registered SBR or pistol configurations

Suggested Accessories

  • AR-15 upper receiver components
  • Pinned low-profile gas block
  • 300 Blackout magazines
  • AR-15 armorer tools

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is this barrel chambered in?

It is chambered in 300 Blackout.

What material and finish are listed for this barrel?

The barrel is machined from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel and has a QPQ Corrosion Resistant Finish.

Does this barrel include a gas block?

Yes. The Hanson Series barrel includes a pinned lo-pro gas block.

Is this barrel compatible with aftermarket piston kits?

No. The product description states that Hanson barrels are not designed to work with aftermarket piston kits.

Are there any legal restrictions mentioned for this barrel?

Yes. The listing says all NFA/ATF rules apply, and it notes that possession with a non-NFA lower receiver is prohibited except when installed on a pistol configuration firearm.