Daniel Defense – 12.5" 5.56 NATO CHF AR-15 Barrel, Gov Profile
Daniel Defense – 12.5" 5.56 NATO CHF AR-15 Barrel, Gov Profile - Stripped Barrel is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Description
The Daniel Defense 12.5” 5.56mm Cold Hammer Forged Barrel is engineered for shooters who demand maximum durability, accuracy, and reliability from a compact AR-15 platform. Manufactured by Daniel Defense using a proprietary cold hammer forging process, this barrel is built from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel and designed to withstand extreme round counts and harsh operating conditions.
Featuring a 1:7 twist rate, chrome-lined bore, and mil-spec heavy phosphate exterior finish, this barrel excels with a wide range of 5.56 NATO ammunition. The carbine-length gas system ensures reliable cycling in shorter-barrel builds, making it an excellent choice for duty rifles, defensive carbines, and preparedness-focused SBR configurations.
Whether you’re assembling a hard-use AR-15 for training, emergency readiness, or professional applications, this government-profile barrel delivers the proven performance and longevity Daniel Defense is known for.
Key Features:
- Cold Hammer Forged construction for extended barrel life
- 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel for superior strength
- Chrome-lined bore and chamber for corrosion resistance
- Mil-spec heavy phosphate exterior finish
- Carbine-length gas system optimized for 12.5” barrels
- Government profile with .750″ gas block journal
- 1/2 × 28 TPI muzzle threads
Weight Options:
- Stripped Barrel: 1.40 lbs
- Barrel with Low Profile Gas Block: 1.48 lbs
- Barrel with Front Sight Base: 1.71 lbs
NFA Disclaimer:
Once this barrel is assembled into a complete firearm, it may become a regulated item under the National Firearms Act (NFA). It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.
Specifications:
- Caliber: 5.56mm NATO
- Barrel Length: 12.5"
- Manufacturing Process: Cold Hammer Forged
- Twist Rate: 1:7
- Muzzle Threads: 1/2 × 28 TPI
- Material: Chrome Moly Vanadium Steel
- Exterior Finish: Mil-Spec Heavy Phosphate
- Interior Finish: Chrome Lined
- Gas System Length: Carbine
- Gas Block Journal: .750"
- Barrel Extension: A4
- Profile: Government
- Weight (Stripped): 1.40 lbs
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