Faxon Firearms SOCOM Barrel for AR-15 – 5.56 NATO, 16″, Mid-Length Gas (15A58M16NSQ)

• 5.56 NATO AR-15 barrel designed for durability in high volume shooting conditions
• 16 inch SOCOM profile barrel with mid length gas system for reliable cycling
• 1:8 twist rate supports multiple bullet weights for versatile ammunition compatibility
• 4150 steel construction with button rifled bore for strength and consistency
• Nitride finish applied internally and externally for corrosion resistance and longevity
• .750 gas block diameter supports common gas block options for SOCOM profile barrels

The Faxon Firearms SOCOM Barrel 556 NATO 16″ Mid-Length is a rifle barrel designed for AR-15 platforms chambered in 5.56 NATO. This rifle barrel is used for firearm builds requiring a 16 inch barrel with a mid-length gas system.

The Faxon Firearms SOCOM barrel features 4150 steel construction with button rifling and a 1:8 twist rate. It includes a SOCOM profile, a mid-length gas system, and a .750 inch gas block diameter with a 1.9 inch journal length. The barrel is finished with nitride treatment inside and out and uses a 1/2×28 muzzle thread. This rifle barrel fits AR-15 platforms with an M4 extension and weighs approximately 1.65 pounds. In standard configurations, the 16 inch length supports rifle setups for range use and general shooting applications.