11 5 Vs 16 Ar15. BCM 11.5 or DD MK18 upper... Both are much more flexible than 11.5" and shorter barreled carbines and still very compact, no problems dismounting from vehicles, etc. This seemingly small variation significantly impacts several aspects of the rifle's performance: Velocity and Effective Range
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11.5” vs 16” r/ar15
This seemingly small variation significantly impacts several aspects of the rifle's performance: Velocity and Effective Range How does the loudness of a 14.5" barrel with a muzzle break (effectively 16.5") compare to a 11.5" barrel without one, for the shooter? Posted: 8/20/2017 7:23:56 PM EDT [#1] It's like half again as much pressure at uncorking point IIRC. Welcome to r/AR15! Share you builds, ask relevant questions, play nice etc
AR15 M16 What's The Difference? Gun Builders Depot, 42 OFF. I have 16" and 11.5" and love them both but they serve different purposes For general purpose .223/5.56mm LE use I'd definetly go with a 14.5-16" barreled carbine, with a slight preferance for the 14.5"
AR15 vs M4 Civilian vs Military Rifles in 2025. 16"), long barrel life (because CHF), rifle not pistol (can use a rifle stock, not subject to any ATF reclassification) I'd still probably get an 11.5" in your situation, I was just responding to "[i]n a perfect world I'd get a 13.5 or 14.7 but I can't seem to find them as a complete upper or kit) Nor does she need the range/performance benefits of a 16 vs 11/12.5 Reply reply Kumo_Kuro •.