It's about the look brother,here is my 14.5 in 5.56.It has a Battle Comp compensator that is pinned on.Mid-gas.I want the same lenght in .308/7.62 cause I can.If rifle lenght is going to be a problem,mid-gas is ok to.Same setup with full handguard.Should be good for 500-600 yrd. range.I have a Rock River Standard Operator w/ Battle comp to push that pill a little farther. ^-^ Just a game of inches.14.5 will push out far enough for the runners.