I want to buy a .223 heavy barrel for my Encore. It will be used for groundhogs and I will be using factory 55 grain ammo. What would be the best length barrel to purchase?
Thanks.

I believe the standard rifle barrels available for the Encore are 24", 26" and the Pro Hunter is 28". I guess the question should be "What is the most efficient length barrel?" At what length does resistance hinder forward motion? What length will give me the best accuracy?

Thanks to all that have responded.