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Ar-15 Premium Black Series 308 Winchester Rifle Barrels - 308 Win 18'''' 1-10 Twist Hanson Midlength Steel Bbl W/Lo Pro
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SKU: 430104017
Overview
Built for .308 chambered DPMS-style builds, this 18-inch barrel is intended for hunters and shooters assembling a rifle around Ballistic Advantage’s Hanson profile. It is machined from 416R stainless steel with a QPQ corrosion resistant finish, and it comes HP and MPI tested as part of the Premium Black Series. The included pinned low-profile gas block supports a streamlined setup, while the midlength configuration and 1-10 twist are part of the listed specification. This barrel is not designed to work with aftermarket piston kits, so it is best suited to builds that match that standard layout.
Why Hunters Choose the Ballistic Advantage
.308 Chambered
DPMS-style barrel for compatible rifle
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 for a
Key Features
- .308 chambered DPMS-style barrel for AR-15 platforms
- 18-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; not designed for aftermarket piston kits
Best Used For
- For hunters building a DPMS-style .308 rifle around a midlength barrel setup
- For users wanting a Hanson-profile barrel with a pinned lo-pro gas block included
- For shooters planning a .308 Winchester build without aftermarket piston kit compatibility
- For rifle owners prioritizing a stainless-steel barrel with QPQ finish and HP/MPI testing
Specifications
| Barrel Length | 18 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 Accessories | 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 rifle 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 for a streamlined setup.
- Not designed to work with aftermarket piston kits.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This barrel is described as DPMS style, so compatibility depends on the specific .308 platform and upper receiver setup.
- The included pinned low-profile gas block is part of the package, which may limit flexibility for builds that need a different gas system configuration.
- Hanson Series barrels are not designed to work with aftermarket piston kits, so piston-based builds are not a fit here.
- The 1-10 twist rate and 18-inch length are fixed to this model, so buyers looking for a different balance of barrel length or twist will need another option.
Suggested Comparisons
- .308 Winchester rifle barrels
- DPMS-style rifle barrels
- Midlength gas system barrels
- Stainless steel rifle barrels
Suggested Accessories
- Barrel nut wrench
- Gas block
- Upper receiver vise block
- Cleaning kit
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber and platform is this barrel made for?
It is a .308 Winchester chambered barrel for DPMS-style rifles.
What material and finish are listed for the 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 barrel includes a pinned low-profile 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.
What testing is listed for the Premium Black Series barrels?
They are listed as HP and MPI tested.