Description
This is the exact barrel we used in our CPWSA Competition Carbine back in the day. We kept a few barrels tucked away because we knew we’d have a few customers who would put enough rounds through their gun that at some point the barrel would need to be replaced. Customer feedback has been barrel life has been between 8000 and 14,000 rounds depending on the type of ammo they used.
Barrel specifications: .875″ before the gas block, .750 at the gas block, then .725 to the muzzle. Black phosphate finished, fluted, 16″ long with 1/2 x 28 tpi threads, .081″ gas port, 1 in 9 twist, M4 ramps and 5.56 NATO chambered. Fluting both before and after the gas block facilitates cooling and reduces weight. The mid-length gas system softens the recoil impulse compared to a standard carbine length gas system which allows for better optic tracking and follow-up shots if needed on those long range steel targets. 1 in 9 twist rate allows shooters to use standard XM193 or other readily available 55 gr. ball ammunition but also groups Hornady 75 gr. TAP ammo really well. For major match use, I would usually use PMC Bronze for targets at 100 yards or less, and 75 gr. TAP for long range steel.
Note: product picture shows Ops Inc muzzle brake, Syrac adjustable gas block and barrel nut, none of which are included in the price.
Note: barrels should be installed by a competent gunsmith and checked for proper headspace. Failure to do so can result in firearm damage, personal injury, or death.
Here’s a few pictures one of our sponsored shooters sent us a while back:
300 yard group with CPWSA Competition Carbine (same barrel as listed here) using a 69 grain Sierra handload.
Apparently the CPWSA Competition Carbine can get the job done in the field as well as in competition.
