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Crafted with precision and expertise, our selection of gas tubes is designed to seamlessly integrate into your AR platform, ensuring smooth operation and reliable gas flow. Whether you're a seasoned marksman or an avid enthusiast, our range of AR gas tubes caters to all levels of shooters, providing the essential component for your firearm's functionality.
Engineered from robust materials such as stainless steel or titanium, these gas tubes offer unparalleled strength and resistance to corrosion, guaranteeing longevity and reliability in any shooting environment. Each gas tube undergoes rigorous testing and quality control measures to meet the highest standards of performance and durability, ensuring that you can trust your firearm when it matters most.
What Is the Purpose of an AR Gas Tube?
The AR gas tube is a critical component of the gas system in AR-15 and AR-10 rifles. Its primary purpose is to direct hot gasses generated by the firing of a round from the barrel back to the action of the firearm to cycle the bolt and chamber the next round.
What Type of Gas Tube Length Do I Need?
Choosing the right gas tube length for your AR rifle depends on several factors, including the barrel length and the gas system length your rifle is designed to accommodate. The gas system’s primary purpose is to ensure reliable cycling of the rifle by using the firearm’s expelled gasses. Matching the gas tube length to your barrel and gas system is crucial for optimal performance and reliability. Here are the common gas system lengths and their typical barrel length pairings:
- Pistol-Length Gas System: This is usually found on barrels that are shorter than 10 inches. Pistol-length gas tubes are typically around 6.75 inches long. These are common in very short-barreled rifles (SBRs) or AR pistols where space constraints require a shorter gas system.
- Carbine-Length Gas System: Carbine-length gas tubes are approximately 9.75 inches long and are generally paired with barrels that are about 10 to 18 inches in length, though the most common pairing is with 16-inch barrels. This setup offers a good balance between reliability and recoil management for a wide range of shooting applications.
- Mid-Length Gas System: Mid-length gas tubes are around 11.75 inches long and work best with barrels that are 14 to 20 inches long, with the 16-inch barrel being a popular choice for this gas system as well. The mid-length provides a smoother shooting experience with less felt recoil and can improve the reliability of the rifle compared to the carbine system on certain barrel lengths.
- Rifle-Length Gas System: Rifle-length gas tubes are typically 15.125 inches long and are designed for use with barrels that are 20 inches or longer. This system is known for its smooth operation and reliability, particularly in rifles designed for longer-range shooting where barrel length is advantageous.
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With various lengths and styles available, you can easily find Aero Precision AR Gas Tubes, Faxon Firearms AR Gas Tubes, Ballistic Advantage AR Gas Tubes, and other gas tubes to suit your specific AR configuration and shooting preferences. From carbine to rifle-length gas systems, our diverse selection ensures compatibility with a wide range of AR platforms and barrel setups.
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