Dirty Bird Bakersfield
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Description
Build a high-performance short-barreled 5.45x39mm AK with the premium MSR Barrel 5.45x39mm 8.25-inch designed specifically for Arsenal-pattern rifles. This cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel delivers the durability and accuracy demanded by serious tactical enthusiasts and custom builders.
Key Features
- Cold hammer forged construction provides exceptional strength and barrel life under sustained fire
- Chrome-lined bore resists corrosion, reduces fouling, and simplifies maintenance for long-term reliability
- 8.25-inch length optimized for Krinkov-style AKS-74U builds while maintaining ballistic performance
- 22mm (.866-inch) trunnion journal ensures precise fitment on Arsenal and compatible Bulgarian-pattern receivers
- 1:8 twist rate stabilizes 5.45x39mm projectiles for consistent accuracy across common loads
- Pre-drilled gas port holes ready for installation in short gas system configurations
- Unthreaded muzzle allows custom threading or suppressor mounting as needed
Specifications
- Caliber: 5.45x39mm
- Barrel Length: 8.25 inches
- Platform: AK-47 / Arsenal pattern
- Finish: Chrome lined
- Twist: 1:8
- Trunnion Size: 22mm (.866 inches)
- Weight: 12 oz
- Muzzle Thread: None
- Gas System: Short / Krink configuration
Why Choose This Arsenal Barrel
Custom AK builders face challenges finding factory-spec short barrels that maintain the legendary reliability of Bulgarian Arsenal components. This hammer-forged barrel solves those issues with military-grade materials and precise machining, delivering superior heat dissipation and resistance to wear. Whether completing an SBR project or upgrading a standard build, it provides the foundation for a dependable, accurate firearm.
Engineered for professional results, this barrel ensures your 5.45x39mm platform performs at its peak in any condition.
Additional information
| Weight | 12 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 8.25 × 0.866 × 0.866 in |
| Finish | Chrome Lined |
| Cartridge Compatibility | 5.45×39 |
| Gas Block Journal | N/A |
| Barrel Length | 8.5 |
| Gas System Length | N/A |
| Platform | AK-47 |
| Twist Rate | 1:8 |
| Muzzle Thread Pattern | None |
| MPN | KR-177B |
Compliance
NFA (National Firearms Act) compliance is crucial for legal ownership and transfer of regulated firearms and accessories like short-barreled rifles, suppressors, and certain types of ammunition, ensuring adherence to federal regulations to avoid legal penalties and ensure responsible firearm ownership.
