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Does model BABL556026M have a barrel cross pin? Expert Answer

The 20" Ballistic Advantage Modern Series AR Rifle Barrel features a government profile, 1:7 twist, rifle length gas system, 0.750" gas block journal and is threaded 1/2x28. For more information, I would recommend contacting Ballistic Advantage directly.

by Ethan, Gear Expert, April 11, 2023
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Easy to clean by Jeff, February 9, 2020
Ive put 200 rounds on two different range sessions and both times the chamber is cleaned with cloths. I still put a copper wire brush in there but it looks like it didn't need it from the start. Carbon just doesnt build up. I think because the nitrid...
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Awesome customer service by AJ, June 20, 2019
The beat customer service iv ever had through this company, and product is also awesome. I will always shop through optics planet. Always answers all questions and calls. Plan on doing another build soon and i will buy all through op
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great barrel by Timothy Riley, Verified Owner, June 28, 2022
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Product Info for Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56x45mm Barrel

Unleash the full potential of your firearm when you upgrade your barrel to the Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56 AR Rifle Barrel. Sturdy as can be, these AR15 Barrels by Ballistic Advantage are constructed out of 416R stainless steel and topped off with a QPQ corrosion resistant finish. Plus, the Ballistic Advantage 5.56 Modern Series Threaded Barrel easily shoots sub-MOA, ensuring pinpoint accuracy with each pull of the trigger. Upgrade your weapon today with the BA 5.56 Modern Series Steel Barrel for a more accurate and durable barrel that is built to outperform the competition time and time again.image

Specifications for Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56x45mm Barrel:

Manufacturer: Ballistic Advantage
Color: Black
Finish: QPQ Corrosion Resistant
Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
Barrel Twist Rate: 1-7
Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium
Gun Make: AR Platform
Condition: New
Country of Origin: USA

Features of Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56 AR Rifle Barrel:

  • Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium
  • Finish: QPQ Corrosion Resistant

Package Contents:

  • Ballistic Advantage Modern Series AR Rifle Barrel, 29M-BRI-MSARB

Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56x45mm Barrel Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

  • Ballistic Advantage Distinct Rigid Pattern Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 7.5 in, BABL556001M , MPN: BABL556001M , UPC: 819747020000 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556001M
  • Ballistic Advantage DRP Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 8.0 in, BABL556003M , MPN: BABL556003M , UPC: 819747020017 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556003M
  • Ballistic Advantage Carbine Gov Performance Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 10.5 in, BABL556005M , MPN: BABL556005M , UPC: 819747020024 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556005M
  • Ballistic Advantage Car Gov Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 12.5 in, BABL556024M , MPN: BABL556024M , UPC: 819747020048 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556024M
  • Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56x45mm Barrel , MPN: BABL556009M , UPC: 819747020062 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556009M
  • Ballistic Advantage M4 Carbine Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 16 in, BABL556014M , MPN: BABL556014M , UPC: 819747020109 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556014M
  • Ballistic Advantage Mid Pencil .625 Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 14.7 in, BABL556012M , MPN: BABL556012M , UPC: 819747020079 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556012M
  • Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Barrel, 5.56x45, 13.9 inch, Government, Mid, 1-7 Twist, Black, BABL556035M , MPN: BABL556035M , UPC: 819747020314 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556035M
  • Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56x45mm Barrel , MPN: BABL556010M , UPC: 819747020055 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556010M
  • Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56x45mm Barrel , MPN: BABL556015M , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556015M
  • Ballistic Advantage Mid Pencil .625 Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 16 in, BABL556028M , MPN: BABL556028M , UPC: 819747020130 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556028M
  • Ballistic Advantage Rifle Gov Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 20 in, BABL556026M , MPN: BABL556026M , UPC: 819747020154 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556026M
  • Ballistic Advantage SPR Rifle w/ Ops 12 Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 18 in, BABL556020M , MPN: BABL556020M , UPC: 819747020147 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556020M
  • Ballistic Advantage Car Gov Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 11.5 in, BABL556023M , MPN: BABL556023M , UPC: 819747020031 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556023M
  • Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Barrel, 5.56x45, 16 inch, HBAR, Mid, 1-7 Twist, Black, BABL556017M , MPN: BABL556017M , UPC: 819747020239 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556017M

Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56x45mm Barrel Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • USED Ballistic Advantage Distinct Rigid Pattern Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 7.5 in, BABL556001M, EDEMO1, Used, Condition Like New, Open Box , MPN: BABL556001M-EDEMO1 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556001M-EDEMO-OB-A
  • USED, Ballistic Advantage DRP Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 8.0 in, BABL556003M , MPN: BABL556003M-EDEMO , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556003M-EDEMO-RE-A
  • Ballistic Advantage OPMOD Modern Series Barrel, 5.56, AR-15, 16 in, Mid Length, Government Profile, Black , MPN: BABL556015M-OPMOD-KIT2023 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556015M-OPMOD-KIT2023
  • USED, Ballistic Advantage Car Gov Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 12.5 in, BABL556024M , MPN: BABL556024M-EDEMO , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556024M-EDEMO-IN-C
  • USED, Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Barrel, 5.56x45, 13.9 inch, Government, Mid, 1-7 Twist, Black, BABL556035M , MPN: BABL556035M-EDEMO , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556035M-EDEMO-IN-B
  • USED, Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Barrel, 5.56x45, 16 inch, HBAR, Mid, 1-7 Twist, Black, BABL556017M , MPN: BABL556017M-EDEMO , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556017M-EDEMO-US-U
  • USED Ballistic Advantage Car Gov Performance Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 10.5 in, BABL556005M, EDEMO2, Used, Condition Like New, Inspect and Rebox , MPN: BABL556005M-EDEMO2 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556005M-EDEMO-RE-A
  • USED, Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56x45mm Barrel , MPN: BABL556009M-EDEMO , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556009M-EDEMO-RE-B
  • USED Ballistic Advantage Car Gov Performance Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 10.5 in, BABL556005M, EDEMO1, Used, Condition Good, Inspect and Rebox , MPN: BABL556005M-EDEMO1 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556005M-EDEMO-RE-C
  • USED Ballistic Advantage Mid Gov Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 14.5 in, BABL556010M, EDEMO1, Used, Condition Like New, Inspect and Rebox , MPN: BABL556010M-EDEMO1 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556010M-EDEMO-RE-A
  • USED Ballistic Advantage Mid Gov Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 14.5 in, BABL556010M, EDEMO2, Used, Condition Good, Inspect and Rebox , MPN: BABL556010M-EDEMO2 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556010M-EDEMO-RE-C
  • USED, Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56x45mm Barrel , MPN: BABL556015M-EDEMO , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556015M-EDEMO-IN-C
  • USED, Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Barrel, 5.56x45, 13.9 inch, Government, Mid, 1-7 Twist, Black, BABL556035M , MPN: BABL556035M-EDEMO , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556035M-EDEMO-RE-B
  • DEMO, Ballistic Advantage Modern Series Barrel, 5.56x45, 13.9 inch, Government, Mid, 1-7 Twist, Black, BABL556035M , MPN: BABL556035M-DEMO , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556035M-DEMO
  • DEMO, Ballistic Advantage Modern Series 5.56x45mm Barrel , MPN: BABL556015M-DEMO , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556015M-DEMO
  • USED, Ballistic Advantage Carbine Gov Performance Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 10.5 in, BABL556005M , MPN: BABL556005M-EDEMO , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556005M-EDEMO-IN-D
  • Ballistic Advantage Carbine No M203 notch Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 16 in, BABL556025M , MPN: BABL556025M , UPC: 819747020086 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556025M
  • Ballistic Advantage Carbine Pencil .625 Modern Series 5.56 AR Barrel, Black, 16 in, BABL556027M , MPN: BABL556027M , UPC: 819747020123 , Code: 29M-ATB-MSARB-BABL556027M
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