The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The latest news is that the U.S. Army is not going to throw the 5.56x45 NATO round under the bus anytime soon. Although no single caliber will provide the operator with a solution to every tactical problem, many warriors interviewed would still take the M855 5.56 due to overall satisfactory performance and ammo availability. One of the important aspects of \u201cis the M4 good enough?\u201d argument is to ensure that the \u201creal\u201d trigger-pullers have the loudest voice and overriding opinion about what works in the field. To those warriors, I say Godspeed and thanks for the freedom we all enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The latest news is that the U.S. Army is not going to throw the 5.56x45 NATO round under the bus anytime soon. Although no single caliber will provide the operator with a solution to every tactical problem, many warriors interviewed would still take the M855 5.56 due to overall satisfactory performance and ammo availability. One of the important aspects of \u201cis the M4 good enough?\u201d argument is to ensure that the \u201creal\u201d trigger-pullers have the loudest voice and overriding opinion about what works in the field. To those warriors, I say Godspeed and thanks for the freedom we all enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The latest news is that the U.S. Army is not going to throw the 5.56x45 NATO round under the bus anytime soon. Although no single caliber will provide the operator with a solution to every tactical problem, many warriors interviewed would still take the M855 5.56 due to overall satisfactory performance and ammo availability. One of the important aspects of \u201cis the M4 good enough?\u201d argument is to ensure that the \u201creal\u201d trigger-pullers have the loudest voice and overriding opinion about what works in the field. To those warriors, I say Godspeed and thanks for the freedom we all enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 6.5 Grendel bullet is designed for energy retention during flight and has about twice the mass of the 5.56 NATO round, with ballistics far, far superior to the soviet-era 7.62x39 mm round. It maintains a devastating impact on tissue at longer ranges. The flat-shooting round has demonstrated one MOA (minute-of-angle), accuracy beyond 600 meters, where the performance of the 6.8 SPC falls off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The latest news is that the U.S. Army is not going to throw the 5.56x45 NATO round under the bus anytime soon. Although no single caliber will provide the operator with a solution to every tactical problem, many warriors interviewed would still take the M855 5.56 due to overall satisfactory performance and ammo availability. One of the important aspects of \u201cis the M4 good enough?\u201d argument is to ensure that the \u201creal\u201d trigger-pullers have the loudest voice and overriding opinion about what works in the field. To those warriors, I say Godspeed and thanks for the freedom we all enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 6.8 SPC is a purposeful and well-engineered combination of velocity, accuracy and reliability for combat engagements up to 500 meters. With a trajectory very similar to the .308 WIN, the 6.8 SPC provides almost 50 percent more downrange, terminal-energy than the 5.56 NATO round<\/a> at 100-200 meters. However, at distances greater than 400 yards, performance of the 6.8 SPC is inferior when put up against the .308 Win or the 6.5 Grendel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 6.5 Grendel bullet is designed for energy retention during flight and has about twice the mass of the 5.56 NATO round, with ballistics far, far superior to the soviet-era 7.62x39 mm round. It maintains a devastating impact on tissue at longer ranges. The flat-shooting round has demonstrated one MOA (minute-of-angle), accuracy beyond 600 meters, where the performance of the 6.8 SPC falls off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The latest news is that the U.S. Army is not going to throw the 5.56x45 NATO round under the bus anytime soon. Although no single caliber will provide the operator with a solution to every tactical problem, many warriors interviewed would still take the M855 5.56 due to overall satisfactory performance and ammo availability. One of the important aspects of \u201cis the M4 good enough?\u201d argument is to ensure that the \u201creal\u201d trigger-pullers have the loudest voice and overriding opinion about what works in the field. To those warriors, I say Godspeed and thanks for the freedom we all enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The accuracy of 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC was excellent. The groups for each caliber met or exceeded previously published data. The ability to stay on target during full-auto fire was achievable, and far exceeded any similar .308-caliber weapon on hand for controllability. Our overall conclusion is that both the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC demonstrate superior effectiveness when compared to the 5.56 in this manner, transferring more energy using a larger, purpose-formed bullet. However, at longer ranges the resulting wounds would be similar to a low-velocity non-expanding bullet impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 6.8 SPC is a purposeful and well-engineered combination of velocity, accuracy and reliability for combat engagements up to 500 meters. With a trajectory very similar to the .308 WIN, the 6.8 SPC provides almost 50 percent more downrange, terminal-energy than the 5.56 NATO round<\/a> at 100-200 meters. However, at distances greater than 400 yards, performance of the 6.8 SPC is inferior when put up against the .308 Win or the 6.5 Grendel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 6.5 Grendel bullet is designed for energy retention during flight and has about twice the mass of the 5.56 NATO round, with ballistics far, far superior to the soviet-era 7.62x39 mm round. It maintains a devastating impact on tissue at longer ranges. The flat-shooting round has demonstrated one MOA (minute-of-angle), accuracy beyond 600 meters, where the performance of the 6.8 SPC falls off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The latest news is that the U.S. Army is not going to throw the 5.56x45 NATO round under the bus anytime soon. Although no single caliber will provide the operator with a solution to every tactical problem, many warriors interviewed would still take the M855 5.56 due to overall satisfactory performance and ammo availability. One of the important aspects of \u201cis the M4 good enough?\u201d argument is to ensure that the \u201creal\u201d trigger-pullers have the loudest voice and overriding opinion about what works in the field. To those warriors, I say Godspeed and thanks for the freedom we all enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The accuracy of 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC was excellent. The groups for each caliber met or exceeded previously published data. The ability to stay on target during full-auto fire was achievable, and far exceeded any similar .308-caliber weapon on hand for controllability. Our overall conclusion is that both the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC demonstrate superior effectiveness when compared to the 5.56 in this manner, transferring more energy using a larger, purpose-formed bullet. However, at longer ranges the resulting wounds would be similar to a low-velocity non-expanding bullet impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 6.8 SPC is a purposeful and well-engineered combination of velocity, accuracy and reliability for combat engagements up to 500 meters. With a trajectory very similar to the .308 WIN, the 6.8 SPC provides almost 50 percent more downrange, terminal-energy than the 5.56 NATO round<\/a> at 100-200 meters. However, at distances greater than 400 yards, performance of the 6.8 SPC is inferior when put up against the .308 Win or the 6.5 Grendel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 6.5 Grendel bullet is designed for energy retention during flight and has about twice the mass of the 5.56 NATO round, with ballistics far, far superior to the soviet-era 7.62x39 mm round. It maintains a devastating impact on tissue at longer ranges. The flat-shooting round has demonstrated one MOA (minute-of-angle), accuracy beyond 600 meters, where the performance of the 6.8 SPC falls off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The latest news is that the U.S. Army is not going to throw the 5.56x45 NATO round under the bus anytime soon. Although no single caliber will provide the operator with a solution to every tactical problem, many warriors interviewed would still take the M855 5.56 due to overall satisfactory performance and ammo availability. One of the important aspects of \u201cis the M4 good enough?\u201d argument is to ensure that the \u201creal\u201d trigger-pullers have the loudest voice and overriding opinion about what works in the field. To those warriors, I say Godspeed and thanks for the freedom we all enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At 50 yards, the .308 Match and 5.56 green tip defeated both the 1\/3-inch plate steel and cold-rolled steel up to 1\/2-inch and 1\/3-inch steel respectively. At 50 yards, both the 11\/16 and 1-inch cold-rolled steel showed deep craters and fractured the target plates by the .308 WIN and 5.56 green tip ammo. Neither the 130-gr. 6.5 Grendel nor 115-gr. 6.8 SPC penetrated the 1\/3-inch plate steel or any of the cold-rolled steel at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The accuracy of 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC was excellent. The groups for each caliber met or exceeded previously published data. The ability to stay on target during full-auto fire was achievable, and far exceeded any similar .308-caliber weapon on hand for controllability. Our overall conclusion is that both the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC demonstrate superior effectiveness when compared to the 5.56 in this manner, transferring more energy using a larger, purpose-formed bullet. However, at longer ranges the resulting wounds would be similar to a low-velocity non-expanding bullet impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Where can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Will my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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What do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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How much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Results from official studies and two generations of GI\u2019s bitching defined the need to improve on the lethality and range of the 5.56mm NATO round. The 5th Special Forces group at Ft. Campbell, together with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Ft. Benning, evaluated various calibers and concluded that the 6.8 SPC provided the best combination of accuracy, velocity and transferred energy, delivering twice the kinetic energy at longer ranges than the 5.56 NATO.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Why replace the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Results from official studies and two generations of GI\u2019s bitching defined the need to improve on the lethality and range of the 5.56mm NATO round. The 5th Special Forces group at Ft. Campbell, together with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Ft. Benning, evaluated various calibers and concluded that the 6.8 SPC provided the best combination of accuracy, velocity and transferred energy, delivering twice the kinetic energy at longer ranges than the 5.56 NATO.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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New Round Q&A<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why replace the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Results from official studies and two generations of GI\u2019s bitching defined the need to improve on the lethality and range of the 5.56mm NATO round. The 5th Special Forces group at Ft. Campbell, together with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Ft. Benning, evaluated various calibers and concluded that the 6.8 SPC provided the best combination of accuracy, velocity and transferred energy, delivering twice the kinetic energy at longer ranges than the 5.56 NATO.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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New Round Q&A<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why replace the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Results from official studies and two generations of GI\u2019s bitching defined the need to improve on the lethality and range of the 5.56mm NATO round. The 5th Special Forces group at Ft. Campbell, together with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Ft. Benning, evaluated various calibers and concluded that the 6.8 SPC provided the best combination of accuracy, velocity and transferred energy, delivering twice the kinetic energy at longer ranges than the 5.56 NATO.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Overall, both the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC offer similar hard-hitting short-and-intermediate range performance with .308 accuracy, out to intermediate ranges. The 6.5 Grendel has the edge past 600 meters. Given a choice, I would take the better ballistic bullet of the 6.5 Grendel, which has incapacitating lethality for most tactical situations from CQB to out beyond 600 meters. However, the logistical support for the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC has been inconsistent, as many shooters, both military and civilian mention issues with the availability of both cartridges. In addition, the demonstrated ability of the 5.56 green tip to penetrate light armor and steel plate better than the 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC will be of interest to operators who might have to take on technicals when under fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNew Round Q&A<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why replace the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Results from official studies and two generations of GI\u2019s bitching defined the need to improve on the lethality and range of the 5.56mm NATO round. The 5th Special Forces group at Ft. Campbell, together with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Ft. Benning, evaluated various calibers and concluded that the 6.8 SPC provided the best combination of accuracy, velocity and transferred energy, delivering twice the kinetic energy at longer ranges than the 5.56 NATO.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Personal Preference <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Overall, both the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC offer similar hard-hitting short-and-intermediate range performance with .308 accuracy, out to intermediate ranges. The 6.5 Grendel has the edge past 600 meters. Given a choice, I would take the better ballistic bullet of the 6.5 Grendel, which has incapacitating lethality for most tactical situations from CQB to out beyond 600 meters. However, the logistical support for the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC has been inconsistent, as many shooters, both military and civilian mention issues with the availability of both cartridges. In addition, the demonstrated ability of the 5.56 green tip to penetrate light armor and steel plate better than the 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC will be of interest to operators who might have to take on technicals when under fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNew Round Q&A<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why replace the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Results from official studies and two generations of GI\u2019s bitching defined the need to improve on the lethality and range of the 5.56mm NATO round. The 5th Special Forces group at Ft. Campbell, together with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Ft. Benning, evaluated various calibers and concluded that the 6.8 SPC provided the best combination of accuracy, velocity and transferred energy, delivering twice the kinetic energy at longer ranges than the 5.56 NATO.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Personal Preference <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Overall, both the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC offer similar hard-hitting short-and-intermediate range performance with .308 accuracy, out to intermediate ranges. The 6.5 Grendel has the edge past 600 meters. Given a choice, I would take the better ballistic bullet of the 6.5 Grendel, which has incapacitating lethality for most tactical situations from CQB to out beyond 600 meters. However, the logistical support for the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC has been inconsistent, as many shooters, both military and civilian mention issues with the availability of both cartridges. In addition, the demonstrated ability of the 5.56 green tip to penetrate light armor and steel plate better than the 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC will be of interest to operators who might have to take on technicals when under fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNew Round Q&A<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why replace the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Results from official studies and two generations of GI\u2019s bitching defined the need to improve on the lethality and range of the 5.56mm NATO round. The 5th Special Forces group at Ft. Campbell, together with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Ft. Benning, evaluated various calibers and concluded that the 6.8 SPC provided the best combination of accuracy, velocity and transferred energy, delivering twice the kinetic energy at longer ranges than the 5.56 NATO.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Personal Preference <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Overall, both the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC offer similar hard-hitting short-and-intermediate range performance with .308 accuracy, out to intermediate ranges. The 6.5 Grendel has the edge past 600 meters. Given a choice, I would take the better ballistic bullet of the 6.5 Grendel, which has incapacitating lethality for most tactical situations from CQB to out beyond 600 meters. However, the logistical support for the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC has been inconsistent, as many shooters, both military and civilian mention issues with the availability of both cartridges. In addition, the demonstrated ability of the 5.56 green tip to penetrate light armor and steel plate better than the 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC will be of interest to operators who might have to take on technicals when under fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNew Round Q&A<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why replace the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Results from official studies and two generations of GI\u2019s bitching defined the need to improve on the lethality and range of the 5.56mm NATO round. The 5th Special Forces group at Ft. Campbell, together with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Ft. Benning, evaluated various calibers and concluded that the 6.8 SPC provided the best combination of accuracy, velocity and transferred energy, delivering twice the kinetic energy at longer ranges than the 5.56 NATO.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Personal Preference <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Overall, both the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC offer similar hard-hitting short-and-intermediate range performance with .308 accuracy, out to intermediate ranges. The 6.5 Grendel has the edge past 600 meters. Given a choice, I would take the better ballistic bullet of the 6.5 Grendel, which has incapacitating lethality for most tactical situations from CQB to out beyond 600 meters. However, the logistical support for the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC has been inconsistent, as many shooters, both military and civilian mention issues with the availability of both cartridges. In addition, the demonstrated ability of the 5.56 green tip to penetrate light armor and steel plate better than the 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC will be of interest to operators who might have to take on technicals when under fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNew Round Q&A<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why replace the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Results from official studies and two generations of GI\u2019s bitching defined the need to improve on the lethality and range of the 5.56mm NATO round. The 5th Special Forces group at Ft. Campbell, together with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Ft. Benning, evaluated various calibers and concluded that the 6.8 SPC provided the best combination of accuracy, velocity and transferred energy, delivering twice the kinetic energy at longer ranges than the 5.56 NATO.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Accuracy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Personal Preference <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Overall, both the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC offer similar hard-hitting short-and-intermediate range performance with .308 accuracy, out to intermediate ranges. The 6.5 Grendel has the edge past 600 meters. Given a choice, I would take the better ballistic bullet of the 6.5 Grendel, which has incapacitating lethality for most tactical situations from CQB to out beyond 600 meters. However, the logistical support for the 6.5 Grendel and 6.8 SPC has been inconsistent, as many shooters, both military and civilian mention issues with the availability of both cartridges. In addition, the demonstrated ability of the 5.56 green tip to penetrate light armor and steel plate better than the 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC will be of interest to operators who might have to take on technicals when under fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNew Round Q&A<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why replace the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Results from official studies and two generations of GI\u2019s bitching defined the need to improve on the lethality and range of the 5.56mm NATO round. The 5th Special Forces group at Ft. Campbell, together with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit at Ft. Benning, evaluated various calibers and concluded that the 6.8 SPC provided the best combination of accuracy, velocity and transferred energy, delivering twice the kinetic energy at longer ranges than the 5.56 NATO.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow much better are the rounds compared to the 5.56 NATO Round? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The only method to incapacitate opposing combatants is the effective shot placement and ability of the bullet to transfer its energy by disrupting the tissue (usually by yawing or fragmenting). The 5.56 bullet is traveling more than 2,700 fps to upset tissue, and that happens after 5 inches of penetration. However, the military has proven that 6.8 SPC bullets upset within the first 1 to 2 inches of contacting the target.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to replace on my AR? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The lower receiver is totally compatible. The replacement parts for the upper consist of only the barrel assembly, bolt assembly and magazines. A 6.8 SPC bolt will work in a standard bolt carrier and uses the same firing and cam pin. A really nice side note is that all the SOCOM impedimenta (sighting systems, lights, and bipods) that you already have for your current AR can be transferred on the other upper.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWill my AR magazines work? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Just the spring. Everything else is unique. That includes the body and follower, so the feeding arrangement is different. That does not say that the current 5.56 magazines will not hold and feed a few rounds of 6.5 Grendel or 6.8 SPC ammo\u2014just expect bulges in the magazines and feeding problems if you try.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere can I get ammunition? <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Companies that manufacture 6.8 SPC ammunition include Black Hills, Hornady, Remington and Silver State Armory, while the 6.5 Grendel is loaded by Alexander Arms and Wolf. Silver State and Alexander Arms supplied us with the ammo for testing and we did not have one failure to feed or other ammunition-related malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho makes the weapons?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The 6.8 SPC is being manufactured by an increasing number of AR manufacturers such as Barrett, Bushmaster, DPMS, Leitner-Wise Rifle Co, Lewis Machine & Tool, Rock River Arms, Stag Arms, Microtech as well as Ruger, who has also adapted the Mini-14 rifle for 6.8 SPC. PRI (Precision Reflex Incorporated) and C products manufacture magazines for AR-based 6.8 SPC rifles. Alexander Arms and Sabre Defense Industries make or distribute the 6.5 Grendel weapons, magazines and ammo.<\/p>\n","post_title":"6.5 Grendel & 6.8 SPC vs. 5.56 NATO Round","post_excerpt":"Ballistics Battle of the 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC and 5.56 NATO","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"6mm-vs-nato","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-11-16 17:54:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-16 22:54:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2008\/05\/01\/6mm-vs-nato\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132530,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-01-12 09:00:32","post_date_gmt":"2018-01-12 14:00:32","post_content":"\n\nWhile the .223 Remington\/5.56mm NATO AR-15 might still be the darling of the gun world, many shooters want something that packs a bit more punch, especially when it comes to hunting. Many jurisdictions require larger calibers to ensure clean, ethical kills on game. That's where big-bore ARs step in. But we can\u2019t forget the other rifles<\/a> still popular among American shooters, like lever actions, bolt actions and double guns. With that in mind, we\u2019ve rounded up some of the best big-bore rifles, new and classic alike, to help you see just how diverse your shooting options truly are.\n\n[in_content post=\"185557\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nFor more information about the big-bore rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n\nAccuracy International AXMC\naccuracyinternational.com<\/a>\n\nArmalite AR-50A1\narmalite.com<\/a>\n\nAWC Ultra 44\nawcsilencers.com<\/a>\n\nBarrett M107A1\nbarrett.net<\/a>\n\nCimarron Billy Dixon Sharps\ncimarron-firearms.com<\/a>\n\nCooper Model 52 Mannlicher\ncooperfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nCZ 550 American Safari Magnum\ncz-usa.com<\/a>\n\nH&R Synthetic Handi-Rifle\nhr1871.com\n\nHorizon Endeavor HZ\nhorizonfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMarlin Model 1895GSBL\nmarlinfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMcMillan TAC-50 A1\nmcmillanfirearms.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg Patriot\nmossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRock River Arms LAR-458 X-1\nrockriverarms.com\n\nRossi Circuit Judge\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRossi R92\nrossiusa.com<\/a>\n\nRuger American Ranch\nruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 10 Long Range\nsavagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSteel Core Cyclone HSR\nsteelcoredesigns.com<\/a>\n\nSteyr Pro THB\nsteyrarms.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V Deluxe\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWeatherby Mark V\u00a0Tacmark Elite\nweatherby.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat Recon Tactical\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWilson Combat\u00a0Ultralight Hunter\nwilsoncombat.com<\/a>\n\nWinchester Model 70 Safari Express\nwinchesterguns.com<\/a>","post_title":"Best of the Big Bores: 24 New and Classic Big-Bore Rifles","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"24-big-bore-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-05-28 14:29:44","post_modified_gmt":"2024-05-28 18:29:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/01\/12\/24-big-bore-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Accuracy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
