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Ar-15 Premium Black Series 308 Winchester Rifle Barrels - 308 Win 16'''' 1-10 Twist Hanson Midlength Steel Bbl W/Lo Pro
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SKU: 430104016
Overview
Built for .308 chambered DPMS-style rifles, this barrel is intended for hunters and shooters setting up a compact, serious-use rifle. It is machined from 416R stainless steel with a QPQ corrosion resistant finish, and the Premium Black Series designation includes HP and MPI testing. The Hanson profile and pinned lo-pro gas block support a streamlined setup, while the note that it is not designed for aftermarket piston kits is important for compatibility planning.
Why Hunters Choose the Ballistic Advantage
.308 Chambered
DPMS-style barrel for compatible builds
Machined From
QPQ corrosion-resistant finish
Hp Mpi
Tested as part of the
Includes Ballistic
Advantage's proprietary BA Hanson profile
Pinned Low-profile
Gas block included
Key Features
- .308 Winchester chambered barrel in DPMS style
- 16-inch barrel with 1:10 twist rate
- Machined from 416R stainless steel
- QPQ corrosion resistant finish
- HP and MPI tested
- Includes pinned low-profile gas block
Best Used For
- DPMS-style .308 Winchester builds needing a 16-inch Hanson-profile barrel with included pinned low-profile gas block
- Hunters assembling a midlength gas rifle setup for a compact .308 platform
- Builders who want a stainless-steel barrel with QPQ finish and HP/MPI-tested components
- Users planning a standard gas-operated rifle build, not an aftermarket piston kit
Specifications
| Barrel Length | 16 in |
|---|---|
| Blade Finish | QPQ Corrosion Resistant finish |
| Caliber | 308 Winchester |
| Chambering | .308 chambered (DPMS style) |
| Compatibility Notes | Not designed to work with aftermarket piston kits |
| Gas System | Midlength |
| Included Components | Pinned lo-pro gas block |
| Material | 416R Stainless Steel |
| Profile | BA Hanson profile |
| Testing | HP and MPI tested |
| Twist Rate | 1-10 |
Pros
- .308 chambered DPMS-style barrel for compatible builds
- Machined from 416R stainless steel with QPQ corrosion-resistant finish
- HP and MPI tested as part of the Premium Black Series
- Includes Ballistic Advantage's proprietary BA Hanson profile
- Pinned low-profile gas block included
- 16-inch barrel with 1:10 twist rate
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for DPMS-style .308 builds, so compatibility depends on the specific rifle platform and parts already in use.
- The included pinned low-profile gas block is part of the setup, which can limit flexibility if you prefer to configure gas-system components differently.
- Hanson Series barrels are not designed to work with aftermarket piston kits, so this is not a fit for piston-driven builds.
- The product description does not provide dimensions such as barrel length or weight, so fit and handling should be confirmed against your build requirements.
Suggested Comparisons
- AR-10 / .308 rifle barrels
- DPMS-style .308 barrel components
- Midlength gas system barrels
- Stainless steel rifle barrels
Suggested Accessories
- Barrel nut wrench
- Gas block
- Rifle handguard
- Cleaning kit
Frequently Asked Questions
What rifle pattern is this barrel made for?
It is a .308 chambered barrel in DPMS style.
What material and finish are listed for this barrel?
The barrel is machined from 416R stainless steel and finished with a QPQ corrosion resistant finish.
Does this barrel include a gas block?
Yes. The Hanson Series description says it includes a pinned lo-pro gas block.
Is this barrel compatible with aftermarket piston kits?
No. The source data states that Hanson barrels are not designed to work with aftermarket piston kits.
What quality testing is mentioned for this barrel?
The Premium Black Series barrels are listed as HP and MPI tested.