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Questions & Answers
How do you get the barrel nut on if the sight post is pinned.

Drive the taper pins out and reinstall after you set barrel nut.

by Trebor Cash, Verified Owner, March 20, 2026
Is this 14.5 or 16 inches? I see both lengths mentioned in the product description. Expert Answer

This Daniel Defense Rifle Barrel Assembly is 14.5" in length, it features a mid-length gas system and uses a 1:7 twist.

by Ethan, Gear Expert, January 13, 2023
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Best barrel on the market by Mbz2020, July 9, 2019
Can’t beat a cold hammer forged dd barrel, these are very well made and hold some incredible accuracy. This is my third dd barrel and I don’t think I’ll buy any others. Highly recommended no matter which size or caliber.
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For the rifle that just won’t stop. by StayFrosty, Verified Owner, December 8, 2017
If you’re looking for a bargain, this isn’t it. But, if you’re looking to put together a quality firearm that just won’t quit, look no further. It is lightweight even in the government profile. Cold hammer forged and smooth shooting with the mid leng...
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Product Info for Daniel Defense Rifle Barrel Assembly, 5.56mm NATO, 1:7 Twist, GOV/MID

Daniel Defense 0707709173018 Barrel .223 Rem/5.56 NATO 16" -image

Specifications for Daniel Defense 0707709173018 Barrel .223 Rem/5.56 NATO 16":

Mfg Item Num:  070770917301
Supplier SKU:  03492
Category:  EXTRA BARRELS
Caliber or Gauge:  223 Remington/5.56 NATO
Length:  16"
Model:  AR-15
Twist:  1:7"
Finish:  Heavy Phosphate
Type:  Rifle

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  • Daniel Defense Rifle Barrel Assembly, 5.56mm NATO, 1:7 Twist, GOV/MID

Daniel Defense Rifle Barrel Assembly, 5.56mm NATO, 1:7 Twist, GOV/MID Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

  • Daniel Defense 5.56x45mm NATO 14.50in Rifle Barrel Assembly, AR-15, 4150 Chrome Moly, Vanadium Steel, Black Phosphate, Midlength Lightweight Profile, 07-077-19125-018 , MPN: 07-077-19125-018 , UPC: 852548002448 , Code: DDD-ATB-DDNTGV-070771912501
  • Daniel Defense Rifle Barrel Assembly/CMV/CHF/5.56/1-7/GOV/MID W/LPG, 14.5in 07-077-07308 , MPN: 07-077-07308 , UPC: 815604011907 , Code: DDD-ATB-DDNTGV-07-077-07308
  • Daniel Defense Rifle Barrel Assembly/CMV/CHF/5.56/1-7/GOV/MID W/LPG, 16in 07-077-06158 , MPN: 07-077-06158 , UPC: 815604011945 , Code: DDD-ATB-DDNTGV-07-077-06158
  • Daniel Defense 5.56x45mm NATO 16in Rifle Barrel Assembly, AR-15, 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium Steel, Black Phosphate, Midlength Government Profile, 07-077-09173-018 , MPN: 07-077-09173-018 , UPC: 852548002462 , Code: DDD-ATB-DDNTGV-070770917301
  • Daniel Defense Rifle Barrel Assembly/CMV/CHF/5.56/1-7/GOV/MID W/FSB, 16in 07-077-02114 , MPN: 07-077-02114 , UPC: 852548002479 , Code: DDD-ATB-DDNTGV-07-077-02114

Daniel Defense Rifle Barrel Assembly, 5.56mm NATO, 1:7 Twist, GOV/MID Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • DEMO, Daniel Defense Rifle Barrel Assembly/CMV/CHF/5.56/1;7/GOV/MID, 14.5in, 07-077-19125-018 , MPN: 07-077-19125-018-DEMO , Code: DDD-ATB-DDNTGV-070771912501-DEMO
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