Discover the Performance of Criterion's CORE Series Barrels
Criterion's CORE Series barrels are meticulously crafted for tactical shooters who demand excellence. Engineered to tackle traditional profile challenges, these barrels enhance performance through consistent harmonics and effective heat dissipation.
Key Features:
- Modern Taper Profile: The continuous taper design eliminates harsh diameter variations, ensuring optimal weight distribution.
- Heat Management: Added weight around the chamber absorbs heat evenly, improving control and balance during rigorous use.
- Compatibility: Perfectly suited for modern accessories like Low Power Variable Optics (LPVO’s), weapon-mounted lights, and suppressors.
- Chrome-Lined: Superior barrel life and corrosion resistance, with a chrome-lining process that maintains accuracy.
- .223 Wylde Chamber: Safely fires both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition, enhancing accuracy with consistent chamber pressures.
- Precision Engineering: Honed and hand-lapped rifling for perfect bore uniformity, facilitating easy cleaning and ensuring accuracy.
- Reliable Extraction: Finely polished chambers for dependable extraction and feeding.
- Tuned Gas Port: Optimized for function with and without suppressors.
- Gas Block Journal: 0.625” journal, dimpled for straightforward installation and secure lock-up.
- Muzzle Threads: 1/2×28 TPI, compatible with a variety of muzzle devices and suppressors.
- Barrel Extension: Precision-machined with M4 feed ramps for enhanced reliability.
Available Gas System Lengths:
- Carbine Gas System: Compatible with AR15 carbine length gas tubes (10.5", 11.5", or 12.5" Barrel Length).
- Mid-Length Gas System: Compatible with mid-length gas tubes (13.9", 14.5", or 16" Barrel Length).
- Rifle Gas System: Compatible with AR15 rifle length gas tubes (18" or 20" Barrel Length).
With the CORE Series, experience unparalleled performance and rugged reliability, making it the ideal choice for your shooting needs.