Barrels
Ballistic Advantage Barrels
The Hanson profile - a tapered contour that keeps weight down without the abrupt step of a government profile - is what most builders come here for. Many barrels ship with the gas block pinned.
Status: In court-supervised receivership since 5 May 2026. Still manufacturing and shipping; confirm warranty terms before buying. Source.
Current barrels
| Model | Lengths | Profile | Gas system | Twist | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanson 16" .223 Wylde | 16in | Hanson tapered | Mid-length | 1:8 | 4150 CMV, QPQ |
| Hanson 14.5" 5.56 | 14.5in | Hanson tapered | Mid-length | 1:7 | 4150 CMV, QPQ |
| Performance Series 18" | 18in | Heavy / fluted | Rifle-length | 1:8 | 416R stainless |
| Modern Series 16" | 16in | Government | Mid-length | 1:7 | 4150 CMV, phosphate |
| Hanson 10.3" 5.56 | 10.3in | Hanson tapered | Carbine-length | 1:7 | 4150 CMV, QPQ |
Line-up checked against the manufacturer's catalogue. Checked 2026-08-01