Faxon Match Series 18", Gunner, 6.5 Grendel, Mid-Length, 416-R Stainless, QPQ Nitride, 5R, Nickel Teflon Extension AR-15 Barrel

Faxon
SKU:
15BG8M18NGQ-5R-NP3
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UPC:
816341022119
Availability:
Usually ships within 2 business days.
$255.00
(11 reviews)
Current Stock:

The Gunner profile is a blend of two of the best performing profiles of all time, Gov't and Pencil. Faxon's Gunner profile combines the durability of the Gov't profile with the weight savings and maneuverability of the Pencil profile. The Gunner profile brings the balance of the rifle back towards the shooter's body, limiting fatigue, and allowing for shooting, training, or hunting all day long.

Faxon's MATCH SERIES of barrels takes our renowned performance and value up a notch.
Manufactured in-house from gun-barrel-quality bar-stock, the Match Series starts with 416-R in 5R rifling. 5R is a hybrid rifling, with lands opposite grooves and reduced sharp angles that reduces jacket deformation increasing velocity and easy cleaning. After rigorous testing, the barrels are Nitride treated inside and out, locking in the bore, improving barrel life, and keeping the elements at bay.

The extension is coated in Nickel Teflon which maintains incredible dry lubricity, corrosion resistance, and with the coating, tightens up fit between the extension and receiver - again improving upon accuracy. Combined, the Match Series of barrels are ready for when duty calls or the buzzer beeps with unrivaled performance value.

  • Barrel Material: 416-R Stainless Steel
  • Barrel Type: 5R Button Rifled 
  • Barrel Caliber: 6.5 Grendel Type II
  • Barrel Twist: 1:8
  • Barrel Length: 18”
  • Barrel Profile:  Gunner
  • Barrel Gas System: Mid
  • Inside Finish: Salt Bath Nitride 
  • Outside Finish: Salt Bath Nitride 
  • Muzzle Thread:5/8x24
  • Gas Block Diameter: .750"
  • Gas Block Journal Length: 1.9"
  • Barrel Extension: M4, Nickel Teflon Coated 
  • Weight:  1.68  lbs
  • Magnetic Particle Inspected
  • Recessed Target Crown

Barrel Material:
416-R Stainless
Barrel Type:
5R Button Rifled
Barrel Caliber:
6.5 Grendel Type II
Barrel Length:
18"
Barrel Twist:
1:8
Barrel Profile:
Gunner
Barrel Gas System:
Mid
Inside Finish:
Salt Bath Nitride
Outside Finish:
Salt Bath Nitride
Muzzle Thread:
5/8x24
Gas Block Diameter:
.750"
Gas Block Journal Length:
1.9"
Barrel Extension:
M4 - Nickel Teflon Coated
Barrel Weight:
1.68 lbs
Crown Type:
Recessed 11-degree Target Crown
Barrel Length Range:
16" - 18"

Reviews

  • 5
    Superb accuracy

    Posted by Mario Ricci on Jan 28th 2024

    We have this barrel on Daughter’s Grendel. Even at 9yrs, she is able to display consistent and incredible accuracy with this barrel. We will be ordering another to keep on hand.

  • 5
    Great barrel

    Posted by Sheldon on Dec 14th 2023

    Bought a BCG and Barrel chambered in 6.5 grendel and have throughly enjoyed the performance of the barrel. Have had 3 shot groups that are all touching. Also works suppressed as well.

  • 5
    Worth the wait

    Posted by Marcos Morales on Sep 20th 2022

    I waited forever for this 18" barrel to be in stock, glad I waited. Perfect length for me, running suppressed and shoots great. Sighted in unsuppressed, I was blown away. Glad it uses the midlenght gas system. Paired with an H2 buffer, and AIM surplus BCG, no issues.

  • 5
    MATCH SERIES- 18" GUNNER, 6.5 GRENDEL, 416-R, 5R, NITRIDE, NICKEL TEFLON EXTENSION

    Posted by DeadRed Rifle Company on May 25th 2022

    I only use Faxon barrels for my premium builds. These barrels are of exceptional quality.

  • 5
    MATCH SERIES- 18" GUNNER, 6.5 GRENDEL, 416-R, 5R, NITRIDE, NICKEL TEFLON EXTENSION

    Posted by G.C. on Apr 8th 2022

    It was a long wait, awesome barrel. It works and looks good too.

  • 5
    Hog killing machine

    Posted by William May on Jul 25th 2021

    I have built two of these and several friends have followed suit because these kick some serious booty and they are not picky about ammo.

  • 4
    18" Grendel Gunner

    Posted by Truth in Testing on Dec 19th 2019

    4 stars simply because it hasn't been installed yet. I fully expect it to perform up to Faxon's reputation...or I wouldn't have purchased it in the first place

  • 4
    18" 6.5 grendel match gunner barrel

    Posted by Jeffrey Fennel on Jul 6th 2018

    Awesome barrel. It's going hunting with me from now on !!

  • 5
    18"Gunner barrel

    Posted by Ed on Feb 22nd 2018

    Incredibly fast shipping/delivery. Excellent workmanship and finish. Wish I could offer more, but still finishing off the build. So far, they have my repeat business. Already recommended to friends.