Videos tagged with HCAR

This video details a destructive test comparing the bullet-stopping capabilities of a decommissioned electrical transformer against various firearms and calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The expert presenter, Scott, demonstrates how different rounds penetrate or fail to penetrate the transformer's steel casing. The test culminates with a .50 BMG round causing catastrophic failure, highlighting the transformer's vulnerability to heavy anti-materiel rounds.

Dave Merl provides a Day 3 recap of SHOT Show 2025, highlighting new firearms and gear from various manufacturers. Key mentions include Ohio Ordnance Works' M240-based setups and HCAR, EAA's BRAT and Negotiator pistols in various calibers and finishes, Canik's Mete Prime and MC9-L pistols, FightLite's MCR and Herring rifle, and Primary Arms' HTX-1 optic. The video also touches on innovative designs like Aounce Pistols and a 30mm squad support rifle system, showcasing a diverse range of products from established and emerging companies.

This video showcases the host's top 5 "coolest" firearms, emphasizing sentimental value and historical context. The list includes a Mauser Kar98k vet bring-back, a custom AKM inspired by "Elysium," an Ohio Ordnance HCAR, a Jim Fuller-built AK74, and the iconic "Blood Diamond" CAR-15. The host, an established subject matter expert, shares detailed knowledge of firearm provenance and custom builds.

This video features a friendly competition between firearms influencer Scott (Kentucky Ballistics) and world champion shooter Lena Miculek across eight diverse events. The competition highlights various shooting disciplines, from speed and accuracy with handguns and rifles to precision challenges and even some comedic physical tests. Lena Miculek's professional expertise and competitive experience are evident throughout, as she demonstrates advanced handling of firearms and strategic execution of challenges.

Brandon Herrera provides an in-depth tour of his personal "gun wall," showcasing a diverse collection of firearms with sentimental and historical value. The breakdown includes everything from unique AK and AR variants like the Kalashnibren and Mk47 Mutant, to classic rifles such as the SCAR-16 and FN FAL, and iconic handguns like the Desert Eagle and Luger. The video also features historical pieces like the M3A1 Grease Gun, MG34, and even a demilled RPG-7, offering insights into their significance and Herrera's personal connection to each firearm.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Ohio Ordnance HCAR, a modernized semi-automatic variant of the M1918 BAR. Ian McCollum details the extensive modifications, including receiver lightening, barrel design, and the integration of a hydraulic buffer for recoil management. The HCAR retains the .30-06 Springfield caliber while significantly improving ergonomics and shootability over the original BAR.

This YouTube video focuses on a shooting demonstration involving an AK-47 platform rifle at a 100-yard distance. The title explicitly mentions "RAK-47 shooting steal" and hashtags related to rifles and shooting. The description further reinforces the firearm theme with hashtags like #HCAR, #bar, #3006, #rifleshooting, #rifles, and #shooting. While specific details about the "steal" or the rifle's modifications are not provided, the core content revolves around rifle marksmanship and performance at range.

This guide addresses the unique magazine requirements of the HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle), a modernized version of the BAR. It highlights the proprietary nature of its 20 and 30-round magazines and offers a practical gear solution. Expert instruction from Garand Thumb emphasizes the need for specialized pouches, recommending Spiritus Systems HK417 pouches for compatibility, ensuring users can effectively carry ammunition for this heavy rifle.

Part 2 of Garand Thumb's freezing rifle test evaluates how various modern and classic firearms perform after being doused in water and frozen solid. The PSA AK-105 emerged as the most reliable, successfully firing all rounds. Several other rifles, including the Springfield M1A and Sig 553, also passed with minor issues, while others like the Tavor X95 and Sig Spear LT failed due to frozen safeties, bolts, or magazines.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics tests various firearms against a Predator helmet and body armor. The host, Scott, demonstrates high-energy testing, showcasing firearms from 9mm handguns up to a .50 BMG rifle. The results indicate that most common firearms struggle to penetrate the alien alloy, highlighting the need for extreme calibers or unconventional methods for such threats.

This video showcases the Ohio Ordinance Works Heavy Counter Assault Rifle (HCAR) in .30-06 caliber, fitted with a Surefire suppressor, as it vaporizes watermelons. The creator expresses enthusiasm for the HCAR despite its operational cost and highlights the satisfying 'SMACK' of the 180-grain soft point rounds impacting the targets. The video also teases a full review of the rifle to come and directs viewers to their website, FarewellFirearms.com.

This video showcases the Ohio Ordnance Works HCAR rifle in a "30-06 Suppressed vs Watermelon" test. The creator highlights the HCAR as a "BEAST" and announces a full review is coming soon. The video concludes a "Independence Range Day" event. The focus is on demonstrating the suppressed firing of a .30-06 round and its effect on a watermelon, likely as a fun range activity and a preliminary look at the HCAR's capabilities.