Faxon Duty Series 5.56 NATO 12.5" CMV Barrel Chrome Mag Phosphate 1/2-28
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The Faxon Firearms Duty Series 5.50" barrel is built for shooters who demand reliable performance in the most demanding environments. Crafted from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium (CMV) steel, this barrel offers outstanding strength, toughness, and longevity compared to standard barrel steels.
The Black Chrome Mag Phosphate finish provides a rugged layer of corrosion and wear resistance, making it well-suited for hard-use duty and defensive applications. Button rifled with a 1:7" twist rate, the barrel reliably stabilizes a broad spectrum of 5.56 NATO projectile weights.
A 1/2"x28 threaded muzzle allows easy installation of suppressors, flash hiders, and other popular muzzle devices, while the .750" gas block journal accommodates standard low-profile gas blocks for a clean and lightweight AR-15 build.
Product Highlights
- 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium (CMV) Steel: Superior material choice delivering exceptional tensile strength and durability for high-round-count use.
- Chrome Mag Phosphate Finish: Provides a matte black, corrosion-resistant surface coating that stands up to heavy use and harsh conditions.
- 1:7" Button Rifled Twist: Optimized for stabilizing a wide range of 5.56 NATO bullet weights from standard 55-grain to heavier 77-grain projectiles.
- 1/2"x28 Threaded Muzzle: Industry-standard threading for compatibility with suppressors, muzzle brakes, flash hiders, and compensators.
- .750" Gas Block Diameter: Fits the most common standard and low-profile AR-15 gas blocks for a versatile and lightweight build.
Specs
- Brand: Faxon Firearms
- Series: Duty Series
- Caliber: 5.56 NATO
- Length: 12.50"
- Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium (CMV)
- Finish: Chrome Mag Phosphate
- Color: Black
- Weight: 1.49 lbs
- Twist Rate: 1:7"
- Thread Pattern: 1/2"x28
- Barrel Type: Button Rifled
- Gas Block Diameter: .750"
- MPN: 15A57C125NMPCL
- UPC: 816341028647
Specifications
- Manufacturer:
- Faxon Firearms
- Category:
- barrel
- Caliber:
- 5.56x45mm NATO
- Platforms:
- AR-15
- Interfaces:
- Muzzle thread: 1/2-28
- Weight:
- 23.82 oz (1.49 lbs)
- Length:
- 12.5"
- Estimated velocity:
- 2,450-2,825 fps
- UPC:
- 8258538340474
- MPN:
- 15A57C125NMPCL
- Required Component:
- Yes
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