350 Legend: 3 Reasons You NEED One And 2 Reasons You Don't

Published on May 2, 2023
Duration: 8:07

This guide details how to modify AR-15 magazines for reliable feeding of the .350 Legend cartridge, a common issue due to the straight-wall design. The video, from Banana Ballistics, highlights that standard AR-15 platforms often require adjustments to magazine feed lips to prevent jamming. Expert insights also cover the .350 Legend's power, cost-effectiveness, and limitations regarding bullet selection.

Quick Summary

The .350 Legend cartridge is a powerful option for AR-15 platforms, offering superior kinetic energy (approx. 1630 ft/lbs) over .223 Rem and .300 Blackout. It's ideal for states with straight-wall hunting laws and provides better magazine capacity and less recoil than cartridges like the .450 Bushmaster, though AR-15 reliability may require magazine modifications.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to .350 Legend
  2. 00:31Reason #1: Power
  3. 02:38Reason #2: Straight Wall Benefits
  4. 03:48Reason #3: Cost Effectiveness
  5. 04:52Issue #1: Reliability and Jamming
  6. 06:06Issue #2: Bullet Selection and Bore Size

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the .350 Legend a good cartridge for hunting in certain states?

The .350 Legend is ideal for states with straight-wall cartridge hunting restrictions. Its straight-wall case design complies with regulations that prohibit bottlenecked cartridges, making it a legal and effective option for hunters in those areas.

What are the common reliability issues with the .350 Legend in an AR-15 platform?

The AR-15 platform was not originally designed for straight-wall cartridges like the .350 Legend, which can lead to frequent feeding malfunctions such as stovepiping. Modifying the magazine feed lips is often necessary to ensure reliable operation.

How does the .350 Legend compare in power to other common rifle cartridges?

.350 Legend offers significantly more kinetic energy than cartridges like the .223 Remington and .300 Blackout. Kinetic energy tests show it delivering around 1630 ft/lbs, compared to roughly 1128 ft/lbs for .223 Rem and 1179 ft/lbs for .300 BO.

What are the advantages of the .350 Legend regarding magazine capacity and recoil?

Compared to larger straight-wall cartridges like the .450 Bushmaster, the .350 Legend allows for a higher magazine capacity (typically 10 rounds in an AR-15 magazine versus 4 rounds) and produces considerably less felt recoil, enhancing shooter comfort and control.

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