Ballistic Advantage Firearm Parts

About Ballistic Advantage

Ballistic Advantage was founded in 2008 by Adam Wainio in a garage in Altamonte Springs, Florida, starting with just a manual engine lathe and Bridgeport mill.

The company began from early concepts brainstormed in 2007, with Adam specializing in custom work and precision rifle barrels from the very beginning.

By 2014, Ballistic Advantage had grown significantly and partnered with Aero Precision as a majority-owned subsidiary to expand capability and capacity.

Today, the company has become one of the most prolific barrel manufacturers in the AR-15 industry, producing barrels under their own name and manufacturing OEM barrels for some of the biggest AR-15 makers.

Ballistic Advantage remains committed to serving "the hunter, the competitive marksman, the law officer, the warrior" with precision-manufactured barrels from their facility in Apopka, Florida.

Popular Ballistic Advantage Features

QPQ Coating Technology

• This proprietary surface treatment hardens steel through nitrogen diffusion, providing superior corrosion and wear resistance while maintaining bore accuracy.

BA Hanson Profile Design

• The signature shoulderless barrel design maintains material only where needed while ensuring adequate material at the chamber, reducing overall weight without sacrificing strength.

Three-Tier Product Series

• Modern, Performance, and Premium series offer different price points and performance levels to meet various shooter needs and budgets.

Sub-MOA Accuracy Guarantee

• Premium Series barrels come with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee, ensuring exceptional precision for demanding applications.

Six Sigma Manufacturing

• The company uses Six Sigma/Lean manufacturing and Statistical Process Control to maintain tighter tolerances than military specifications.

Multiple Caliber Options

• Barrels are available in popular calibers including 5.56 NATO, .223 Wylde, .300 Blackout, .308 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, and newer options like 8.6 Blackout.

Popular Ballistic Advantage Barrels

BA Hanson Profile Barrels

• These signature barrels feature the distinctive shoulderless profile design with included pinned low-profile gas blocks, making them the most popular choice among builders.

Modern Series 16" Government Profile

• This affordable CrMoV steel barrel with QPQ coating offers reliable performance for general-purpose AR-15 builds at an entry-level price point.

Premium Series .223 Wylde Barrels

• Made from 416R stainless steel with sub-MOA accuracy guarantee, these barrels deliver exceptional precision for competition and long-range shooting.

Performance Series .300 Blackout

• These mid-tier barrels feature CrMoV steel construction with nickel boron coated feed ramps, perfect for subsonic and supersonic .300 Blackout applications.

SPR (Special Purpose Rifle) Barrels

• Designed specifically for precision applications, these barrels are favored by competitive marksmen and long-range shooters seeking consistent accuracy.

Heavy Profile Barrels

• These barrels provide enhanced heat resistance and accuracy for high-volume shooting and competition applications where precision is critical.

10.3" and 11.5" Pistol Barrels

• Popular short-barrel configurations for AR pistol builds and compact tactical applications, available across all three product series.

Popular Uses for Ballistic Advantage

Competition Shooting

• Ballistic Advantage barrels are widely used in 3-Gun competitions, precision rifle matches, and tactical competitions where accuracy and reliability are essential.

Hunting Applications

• Various caliber options and barrel lengths make these barrels suitable for different game hunting applications, from varmint control to big game hunting.

Law Enforcement and Military

• Professional users rely on Ballistic Advantage barrels for duty weapons where consistent performance and durability are mission-critical requirements.

Custom Gun Building

• Gun builders and gunsmiths frequently choose Ballistic Advantage barrels for custom AR-15 and AR-10 builds due to their quality and variety of configurations.

Target and Recreational Shooting

• The accuracy and reliability of these barrels make them excellent choices for recreational shooters and target enthusiasts seeking consistent performance.

Ballistic Advantage FAQs

QUESTION: What's the difference between Ballistic Advantage Modern, Performance, and Premium series barrels?
ANSWER: Modern uses CrMoV steel with QPQ coating (most affordable), Performance adds nickel boron coated feed ramps (mid-tier), and Premium uses 416R stainless steel with sub-MOA guarantee (highest tier).

QUESTION: What is QPQ coating on Ballistic Advantage barrels?
ANSWER: QPQ treats steel with surface diffusion nitrogen process through liquid salt-bath, greatly hardening the steel and increasing corrosion and wear resistance while retaining bore accuracy.

QUESTION: Can I shoot .223 ammunition out of a Ballistic Advantage 5.56 NATO barrel?
ANSWER: Yes, .223 ammunition can be safely fired from 5.56 NATO chambers, but 5.56 should not be fired from .223 chambers.

QUESTION: What makes the BA Hanson profile barrels special?
ANSWER: The Hanson profile features a shoulderless design that maintains material only where needed while ensuring adequate material at the chamber, reducing weight without sacrificing strength.

QUESTION: Do Ballistic Advantage Premium series barrels come with an accuracy guarantee?
ANSWER: Yes, Premium Series barrels come with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee for exceptional precision performance.

QUESTION: What calibers are available in Ballistic Advantage barrels?
ANSWER: Popular calibers include 5.56 NATO, .223 Wylde, .300 Blackout, .308 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, 9mm, and newer options like 8.6 Blackout.

QUESTION: Are Ballistic Advantage barrels compatible with standard AR-15 platforms?
ANSWER: Yes, Ballistic Advantage barrels are designed for compatibility with standard AR-15 and AR-10 platforms using standard gas block journal sizes and threading.

QUESTION: What is Ballistic Advantage's return policy on barrels?
ANSWER: Returns are accepted within 5 business days without fee, or up to 30 days with a 10% restocking fee, excluding used, blemished, or custom items.