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The FN AR-15 Cold Hammer Forged (CHF) barrel is built for hard use using proprietary Chrome Moly Vanadium steel associated with FN machine gun barrel production.
- 16-inch M4 profile AR-15 barrel chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO
- Cold hammer forged construction (CHF) using Chrome Moly Vanadium steel
- Chrome-lined bore and chamber for corrosion resistance and improved barrel life
- Carbine-length gas system with M4-style feed ramps and barrel extension
- Matte black manganese phosphate finish helps resist external corrosion and oxidation
Specs
- Model / Firearm Fit: AR-15
- Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
- Barrel Length: 16 in
- Profile: M4
- Gas System Length: Carbine
- Construction: Cold Hammer Forged (CHF)
- Material: Chrome Moly Vanadium Steel
- Bore/Chamber: Chrome lined
- Feed Ramps: M4-style feed ramps and barrel extension
- Finish: Manganese phosphate / black phosphate (matte black)
- Muzzle: Threaded
- Twist Rate: 1:7
- Testing: Magnetic Particle tested
- Weight: 2.02 lb
- UPC: 845737008376
- Manufacturer Part Number: 20100047
Specifications
- Manufacturer:
- Fn
- Category:
- barrel
- Caliber:
- 5.56x45mm NATO
- Platforms:
- AR-15
- Weight:
- 32.32 oz (2.02 lbs)
- Length:
- 16.0"
- Estimated velocity:
- 2,650-3,025 fps
- UPC:
- 8229011226746
- MPN:
- 20100047
- Required Component:
- Yes
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