Daniel Defense AR-15 Barrel - 16" - 5.56 NATO - Lightweight Profile - Mid-Length - 1:7 Twist
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Product description
Daniel Defense 16″ Lightweight 5.56 NATO Barrel – Mid-Length Gas
Features
- 16″ 5.56 NATO barrel with Daniel Defense Lightweight profile
- Lightweight contour reduces front-end weight compared with Daniel Defense Government, M4, and S2W profiles
- Cold hammer forged construction for consistent chamber and rifling geometry
- Mid-length gas system is matched to the 16″ barrel configuration
- 1:7 twist rate supports a broad range of common 5.56 NATO and .223 Rem ammunition
- Chrome-lined bore and chamber provide a durable internal surface for extended service life
- Mil-spec heavy phosphate exterior finish provides wear and corrosion resistance
- 1/2×28 muzzle threads accept compatible 5.56 AR-15 muzzle devices
The Daniel Defense 16″ Lightweight Barrel combines the company’s cold hammer forged construction with its lightest AR barrel profile for a more maneuverable 5.56 build. The mid-length gas system provides a longer operating cycle than a traditional 16″ carbine-gas setup, while the chrome-lined bore, 1:7 twist, and heavy phosphate exterior retain Daniel Defense’s duty-oriented barrel construction. This version is sold as the standalone barrel, leaving the gas block and remaining upper components open to the build.
Note: This listing is for the barrel only. Gas block, gas tube, barrel nut, and muzzle device are not included.
Specifications
- Brand: Daniel Defense
- Model: Lightweight Barrel
- MPN: 07-078-09136-018
- Caliber: 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem
- Barrel Length: 16″
- Profile: Lightweight
- Twist Rate: 1:7
- Gas System: Mid-length
- Muzzle Thread: 1/2×28
- Bore / Chamber: Chrome lined
- Manufacturing Method: Cold hammer forged
- Finish: Mil-spec heavy phosphate
- Color: Black
What’s Included
- 1x Daniel Defense 16″ 5.56 NATO Lightweight Barrel
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Warranty & returns
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Daniel Defense Warranty
All Daniel Defense products carry a 100% satisfaction guarantee against defects in original materials and workmanship.
If your Daniel Defense product shows evidence of such defects, Daniel Defense will make every accommodation to fix, repair, or replace your product in the most expeditious manner possible.
Daniel Defense does not warranty products or damage caused to our products by the correct or incorrect installation of other manufacturer’s products.
Be sure to retain your sales slip as proof of purchase date when making a claim.
Requirements
- Please use the form below to contact our Warranty department to create an RMA prior to shipping items to ensure they are processed in a timely fashion.
- Merchandise must be in new condition with the original packaging.
- Merchandise must be return-shipped in a protective box.
- A full refund including shipping if the return resulted from our error.
- Otherwise, we will deduct the shipping costs from your refund.
- Refunds for items purchased directly from Daniel Defense will be returned to the original purchase method.
- Refunds for items purchased through our Financing Partner, Expert Voice, or other special programs, will be credited to those partners who will refund customers directly (processing times may vary).
- Any other refunds will be issued via Check delivered by USPS.
- Please provide a copy of the receipt or sales order number to expedite the process.
- The customer will receive a refund within 10 business days of our receiving your return.
Faulty Products
If the product has been used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, but is faulty, unfit for purpose, or does not match the sample or description please return the product to us with a copy of your invoice. We may send the product to the manufacturer’s service agent for assessment. Where the product is determined faulty or unfit for purpose we will provide you with a refund or exchange.
Disclaimer: Manufacturer’s warranty is subject to change without prior notice.
90-day no-hassle returns
The AT3 Tactical store has a 90 day no-hassle return policy for products in good condition. You can view the full details of our return policy here.
If you encounter an issue or defect with a product after 90 days of your purchase, you can refer to the manufacturer for a warranty claim. Their policies are below.