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AR15 16 vs 20 inch barrel length
tayaran
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Experts, please tell me what are the advantages/disadvantages of each. I am eyeing the 16" and my friend keeps telling me I am crazy if I don't get the 20", thank you in advance ...
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Experts, please tell me what are the advantages/disadvantages of each. I am eyeing the 16" and my friend keeps telling me I am crazy if I don't get the 20", thank you in advance ...
First, I am not an expert
But it doesn't matter which you purchase (first). Because once you get one, the second will not be far behind. [:D]
Shorter barrel = easier handling in close quarters
Longer Barrel = better accuracy over longer distance shooting
Maaloux is correct. I can't seem to "Just say no" when it comes to buying AR's. I guess I have the AR-BUG.
Thanks, the only part left for me to complete my rifle is the barrel. I am also leaning towards a midsized 16"
Is it true that chrome lining really only helps the cleaning process?
Thanks.
M
Thanks again
The shorter the barrel the more noise is true for any gun. The difference between the 16" and 20" is not worth worrying about. You can easily tell the difference between an 11.5" and a 24" barrel though.
The bayonet will fit on the 16" gun but not correctly. The gas system and mount is further back from the muzzle then on an M4 or a 20" gun.
I like the carbines but if I could only choose one to have I would pick the 20" A2 as I feel it is the best all around gun.
The iron sight radius advantage of the 20" barrel disappears with the 16" models having full length stock and the longer sight radius.
Your eyesight is good but don't go below 16" for ballistic effectiveness.
Ar15 weights can range from 5 1/2 lbs to over 8lbs.