The Faxon Firearms Rimfire 16-inch Flame Fluted Bull Barrel for Ruger 10/22, Nitride (Faxon part no. 12B216N16LHQ-T) upgrades the factory barrel on a Ruger 10/22 with a heavier, more rigid bull-profile design built for tighter groups at the range. Faxon Firearms cuts a flame fluting pattern into the barrel to shave weight and add surface area for cooling without giving up the rigidity of the bull contour underneath. Chambered in .22 LR with a 1-16 twist, it’s built as a direct drop-in for factory 10/22 receivers, so it bolts on without a gunsmith. A QPQ nitride finish protects the bore and exterior from corrosion and wear, making it a durable choice for high-round-count range days and plinking sessions alike.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .22 LR rimfire, the standard chambering for the Ruger 10/22 platform.
• 16-inch length keeps the rifle balanced and legal-length while still giving a full sight radius.
• 1-16 twist rate matched to standard-weight .22 LR bullets.
• Heavy bull contour adds forward mass that helps dampen vibration for tighter groups.
• Flame fluting cuts along the barrel to shave weight and add cooling surface area versus a solid bull profile.
• Direct drop-in fit for Ruger 10/22 receivers, requiring no gunsmithing to install.
• Nitride (QPQ) finish resists corrosion and wear on the bore and exterior.
• Built for range and plinking use, where the added mass and fluting improve heat management over long strings of fire.
• Machined from certified steel barrel stock for consistent bore dimensions and repeatable accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this barrel drop into a factory Ruger 10/22? Yes, it’s machined as a direct drop-in fit for factory 10/22 receivers.

Why is the barrel fluted? Flame fluting removes weight and adds surface area for cooling while preserving the rigidity of the underlying bull contour.

What twist rate does it use? A 1-16 twist, matched to standard-weight .22 LR ammunition.

Buy the Faxon Firearms Flame Fluted Bull Barrel for Ruger 10/22

Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured direct shipping, and drop a stiffer, better-cooling rimfire rifle barrel onto your 10/22.