The Faxon Firearms AR-15 Barrel (brand part no. 15BW8R20FHQ-5R-NP3) is a 20-inch, heavy fluted barrel chambered in .223 Wylde and part of Faxon’s Match Series lineup. It’s rifled with 5R technology for a smoother, more fouling-resistant bore, built around a rifle-length gas port and a .750 gas block, and finished with an 11-degree target crown to protect accuracy at the muzzle. At approximately 2.08 pounds, the heavy fluting trims weight while the Nickel Teflon coated extension adds an extra layer of corrosion resistance at the bolt interface.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .223 Wylde.
• Measures 20 inches in barrel length.
• Rifled with a 1:8 twist rate.
• Weighs approximately 2.08 lbs.
• Built around a rifle-length gas port.
• Uses a .750 gas block size.
• Finished with an 11-degree target crown for accuracy.
• Rifled using 5R rifling for a smoother, fouling-resistant bore.
• Features heavy fluting to reduce weight.
• Barrel extension is Nickel Teflon coated for corrosion resistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 5R rifling? A rifling style that uses an odd number of lands and grooves for a smoother, more fouling-resistant bore.

Is this barrel fluted? Yes, it uses heavy fluting to reduce weight.

Does this barrel include sights? No, it ships without sights for use with your existing setup.

Buy the Faxon Firearms AR-15 Barrel

Build a lighter, full-length .223 Wylde upper with 5R rifling and a target crown. Order it from our FAXON FIREARMS lineup of AR15 barrels for fast shipping from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop.