Barrel 22 Long Rifle 16.5'' Black

The Volquartsen Barrel 22 Long Rifle 16.5'' Black is a drop-in replacement barrel built for shooters running a Ruger 10/22 Takedown platform who want to squeeze more accuracy and durability out of their rifle. This is a purpose-built upgrade—not an aftermarket band-aid—engineered with a lightweight profile and carbon fiber wrap to reduce overall weight while maintaining the rigidity you need for reliable, tight groups. If you've already got a 10/22 Takedown and a standard stock fore-end, this barrel swaps in cleanly and gives you a real performance step up without requiring gunsmithing.

The 16.5-inch length keeps the profile handy for transitional shooting, plinking, small-game hunting, or suppressed shooting, and the heat-treated breech is built to handle the cycling pressures that come with a lifetime of shooting. The muzzle comes threaded 1/2x28 TPI, so you can thread on a suppressor, flash hider, or other muzzle device without modification. Volquartsen includes all the tools and hardware needed to complete the barrel swap yourself—no gunsmith trip required.

This is the kind of upgrade that separates a stock 10/22 from a rifle you actually enjoy shooting. Lighter recoil, better balance, and the confidence that your barrel was designed specifically for the takedown platform, not jury-rigged from a different application.

Key Features

• 16.5-inch barrel length optimized for Ruger 10/22 Takedown receivers
• Carbon fiber wrap reduces weight without sacrificing strength
• Heat-treated breech for enhanced durability and reliability
• 1/2x28 TPI threaded muzzle ready for suppressors and accessories
• Lightweight profile design improves handling and reduces recoil
• Includes all tools and hardware for easy installation
• All-black finish

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this barrel compatible with my Ruger 10/22 Takedown?

Yes, this barrel is designed specifically for Ruger 10/22 Takedown receivers. You'll also need a standard stock fore-end that accepts a .920 bull barrel for proper fit.

What's included in the box?

The barrel comes with all the tools and hardware needed to complete the installation yourself—no additional parts or gunsmith visit required.

Can I use a suppressor on this barrel?

Yes. The barrel features a 1/2x28 TPI threaded muzzle, which is the standard threading for .22 LR suppressors and other muzzle accessories.

Why would I choose this over a stock barrel?

This is a purpose-built upgrade with a heat-treated breech for enhanced durability, a carbon fiber wrap that reduces weight, and a lightweight profile designed to improve handling and accuracy over the life of the rifle.