We're pleased to offer our friend, Jim Hodge's stripped 14.5" Government Carbine barrel in 5.56mm.
While some may not "get" Hodge Defense, there's no mystery for us. Jim's pragmatic and methodical approach to components and weapons design is based on his intimate knowledge and understanding of the weapon's history, its use in the military and law enforcement, as well as his own experience in LE and government service. Hodge Defense and Forward Controls have more than a few things in common in our design philosophy, the way Jim does things correctly and properly without varnish and fanfare is familiar to us, for it's only way we know how to do anything.
Hodge Defense 14.5" 5.56mm AR-15/M4 barrel is the barrel being used
on the Hodge AU Mod 2 rifles. Utilizing FN's proprietary steel and
technology, these barrels were designed to Jim Hodge's demanding
specifications and optimized for the military's M855A1 EPR ammunition
which is much more demanding on barrels
M855A1 rounds operate at about 62,000 PSI (over 55k from M855) and
are designed to perform to an expected standard of terminal performance
and barrier penetration over a broader range of engagement distances;
whereas previous ammunition was being criticized for being unstable and
not providing consistent performance outside of a narrower optimal
range.
The AU Mod 2 has been optimized for running M855A1 EPR, and this barrel is at the heart of that system.
Note: this barrel is designed for hot 5.56 NATO and
suppressor use: we advise you use standard power springs and lighter
buffers than normal MILSPEC barrels
- Proprietary Midweight Profile (close to Government profile)
- Military spec gas port, optimized for use with 5.56 NATO spec ammo and suppressors
- Midlength Gas System
- .750" Gas Block Journal
- 1/2x28 Threaded Muzzle
- Phosphate coated, Chrome Lined Barrel
- 1lb 8.5oz Weight
- 1:7 Twist
- M4 Feed Ramps
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