The Wilson Combat Recon Barrel (Wilson Combat part no. TR-556RCIG16RT8) is a replacement AR-15 barrel chambered in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO, measuring 16 inches with a round profile and an intermediate-length gas system.

Key Specifications

• Chambering: .223 Rem/5.56 NATO.
• Barrel length: 16 inches, which clears the federal minimum rifle-barrel length.
• Rate of twist: 1:8.
• Uses an intermediate-length gas system.
• Product type: Barrel, sold under Wilson Combat’s Recon line.
• Profile: round.
• Sold as the barrel only — bolt carrier group, gas tube, and handguard are not included.
• Does not include a barrel nut, low-profile gas block, or muzzle device — these must be sourced separately to complete a build.
• Classified as a firearm part/accessory, not a regulated firearm itself — no FFL transfer required to purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the twist rate on this barrel? This barrel uses a 1:8 rate of twist.

What gas system length does this barrel use? This barrel uses an intermediate-length gas system.

Is this barrel legal length for a rifle build? Yes, at 16 inches this barrel meets the federal minimum rifle-barrel length, so no NFA registration is required to build it into a rifle-configured AR-15.

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