Bear Creek Arsenal 6.5 Grendel 16 Inch AR-15 Barrel – Parkerized Heavy Profile – Carbine Gas
The Bear Creek Arsenal AR-15 16″ 6.5 Grendel heavy barrel is a high-quality barrel that features a carbine-length gas system with a 1:8 twist rate. Made from 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium, this barrel is precisely rifled for high accuracy while remaining affordable. 6.5 Grendel was created to offer improved long-range performance over the standard 5.56 NATO round while still being able to fit into a standard AR-15 magazine. The 6.5 Grendel has gained popularity among hunters and long-range shooters due to its accuracy and versatility.
The barrel material, 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium, is known for its durability and resistance to wear. The parkerized finish adds an extra layer of protection against corrosion and other types of damage. The heavy contour of the barrel provides additional stability and helps to reduce recoil, making it easier to maintain your aim. With a length of 16 inches, this barrel is well-suited for a variety of shooting applications.
The carbine-length gas system is an excellent choice for shooters who want a reliable and consistent gas flow. This system is ideal for use in short-barreled rifles or those with a shorter barrel length but also offers unrivaled reliability on longer barrels. The 1:8 twist rate ensures that your shots are accurate, even at longer distances.
The Bear Creek Arsenal AR-15 16″ 6.5 Grendel heavy barrel is an excellent choice for anyone looking to build or upgrade their AR15 rifle. With superior performance and a lifetime warranty, you can trust this barrel to deliver the results you need.
Bear Creek Arsenal Warranty
The Bear Den Guarantee is a limited lifetime warranty, designed to give you peace of mind knowing that your purchase is protected, covering all defects, whether it be a flaw in the materials used or a missed step in workmanship.
What Do I Need to Install This?
The tools you’ll need will be a vise, a barrel wrench, and a torque wrench. Use the video below as a step-by-step guide on how to properly install this barrel to your AR-15 upper receiver.
Specifications
- Brand: Bear Creek Arsenal
- Model: 6.5 Grendel 16 Inch AR-15 Barrel
- MPN: 2020-B6.5CHB1618P
- Fit: AR-15
- Barrel Length: 16″
- Caliber: 6.5 Grendel (Type II Chamber)
- Color: Black
- Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium
- Finish: Parkerized
- Profile: Heavy Barrel
- Thread Pitch: 5/8×24
- Twist: 1:8
- Gas Port Size: 0.750
- Gas System Length: Carbine
- Weight: 2.3 lbs
Specifications:
| Caliber | 6.5 Grendel Type II |
| Barrel Length | 16 inches |
| Barrel Twist Rate | 1:8 inches |
| Barrel Material | 4150 CMV |
| Muzzle Threads | 5/8/2024 |
| Barrel Finish | Parkerized |
| Gas Block Size | .750″ Gas Block |
| Fit | AR-15 |
| Barrel Profile | Heavy |
| Barrel Gas System | Carbine |
| Gas Block Journal Length | 1.9 inches |
| Barrel Extension | M4 |
| Weight | 36.8 ounces |





















