Centurion Arms FBI 11.5" CHF Barrel Tested

Published on March 26, 2026
Duration: 6:48

This video provides an in-depth review and ballistic testing of the Centurion Arms FBI 11.5-inch CHF barrel. The presenter details its construction, technical specifications, and performance with various ammunition types, offering group sizes, velocities, and comparisons to other barrels. The review highlights the barrel's potential for accuracy despite minor cosmetic imperfections.

Quick Summary

The Centurion Arms FBI 11.5-inch barrel is a chrome-lined, cold hammer-forged component with a 1:7 twist rate. Tested with Federal Gold Medal 77gr SMK, it produced a 30-shot group of 2.506 MOA at 100 yards with an average velocity of 2,152 ft/s.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Centurion Arms FBI 11.5" Barrel
  2. 00:09Barrel Technical Specifications
  3. 00:18Barrel Profile and Weight
  4. 00:22Chamber and Throat Inspection
  5. 00:43Bore Scope Findings
  6. 01:20Accuracy Test 1: Federal Gold Medal 77gr SMK
  7. 02:00Ballistics Data: Federal Gold Medal 77gr SMK
  8. 02:22Group Analysis: Federal Gold Medal 77gr SMK
  9. 02:49Comparison: Centurion FBI vs. Other Barrels
  10. 03:18Accuracy Test 2: Hornady 73gr ELD Match
  11. 03:53Ballistics Data: Hornady 73gr ELD Match
  12. 04:06Group Analysis: Hornady 73gr ELD Match
  13. 04:25Accuracy Test 3: PMC XTAC 55gr M193
  14. 04:56Ballistics Data: PMC XTAC 55gr M193
  15. 05:07Group Analysis: PMC XTAC 55gr M193
  16. 05:20Accuracy Test 4: ADI 69gr SMK (Torque Comparison)
  17. 05:53Ballistics Data: ADI 69gr SMK
  18. 06:01Group Analysis: ADI 69gr SMK
  19. 06:38Conclusion and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key technical specifications of the Centurion Arms FBI 11.5-inch barrel?

The Centurion Arms FBI 11.5-inch barrel features a 5.56 NATO chamber, a 1:7 twist rate, is constructed from machine gun barrel steel, and is chrome-lined. It also includes an alignment notch for specific gas blocks and has a relatively heavy profile.

How did the Centurion Arms FBI 11.5-inch barrel perform in accuracy tests with different ammunition?

With Federal Gold Medal 77gr SMK, it achieved 2.506 MOA. Hornady 73gr ELD Match yielded 2.392 MOA. PMC XTAC 55gr M193 resulted in 3.968 MOA, and ADI 69gr SMK produced groups around 2.4-2.7 MOA, depending on barrel nut torque.

What were the muzzle velocities recorded for the Centurion Arms FBI 11.5-inch barrel?

Average velocities included 2,152 ft/s with Federal Gold Medal 77gr SMK, 2,256 ft/s with Hornady 73gr ELD Match, 2,677 ft/s with PMC XTAC 55gr M193, and approximately 2,470 ft/s with ADI 69gr SMK.

Are there any notable manufacturing details or potential issues with the Centurion Arms FBI 11.5-inch barrel?

The bore scope revealed some chatter marks in the shoulder area of the chamber, but these were not deep enough to mark the brass. The rifling and chrome lining appeared impressive for a chrome-lined barrel.

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