Federal Premium 224 Valkyrie: SHOT Show 2018| Gun Talk LIVE

Published on January 24, 2018
Duration: 16:00

This video introduces the 224 Valkyrie cartridge from Federal Premium, designed for the AR-15 platform to offer long-range capabilities comparable to 6.5 Creedmoor but with significantly less recoil and cost. It highlights the cartridge's development, focusing on bullet design and BC, and explains its advantages for shooters seeking extended range performance without the need for an AR-10 platform. The discussion covers practical applications from varmint hunting to competitive shooting, emphasizing its efficiency and forgiving nature.

Quick Summary

The 224 Valkyrie is a new cartridge from Federal Premium designed for the AR-15 platform, offering long-range ballistics similar to 6.5 Creedmoor but with significantly less recoil and lower ammunition costs. It requires a barrel chambered in 224 Valkyrie (1:7 twist or faster) and a 6.8 SPC bolt for conversion.

Chapters

  1. 00:53Introduction to 224 Valkyrie at SHOT Show 2018
  2. 01:05Federal's New 224 Valkyrie Cartridge
  3. 01:20Designed for AR-15 Platform
  4. 01:35Why the 224 Valkyrie?
  5. 02:04Addressing AR-15 Limitations and Long-Range Market
  6. 03:04Bullet Design and BC Importance
  7. 03:53Case Design and Bullet Seating
  8. 04:52Supersonic Range and Ballistic Efficiency
  9. 05:43Importance of Staying Supersonic
  10. 06:35Benefits for the Shooter: Recoil and Cost
  11. 07:31Ideal for Hunters and New Shooters
  12. 08:27Seeing Impacts for Accuracy
  13. 09:16Flatter Trajectory and Forgiveness
  14. 10:20Conversion Requirements for AR-15
  15. 11:16Jim Gilliland's Experience with 224 Valkyrie
  16. 12:18224 Valkyrie vs. 223 and 6.5 Creedmoor
  17. 13:04Recoil and Cost Advantages
  18. 13:13Competitive Shooting and Trainer Rifles
  19. 14:07Genuine Excitement for the Cartridge
  20. 15:06224 Valkyrie from Federal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 224 Valkyrie cartridge?

The 224 Valkyrie is a new cartridge developed by Federal Premium for the AR-15 platform. It's designed to offer long-range shooting capabilities comparable to larger cartridges like the 6.5 Creedmoor, but with significantly less recoil and at a lower cost, making it accessible for a wider range of shooters.

How does the 224 Valkyrie compare to 6.5 Creedmoor?

The 224 Valkyrie offers similar ballistic performance in terms of drop and wind drift to the 6.5 Creedmoor, but it achieves this within the AR-15 platform. A key advantage is its substantially lower recoil, making it easier to manage for follow-up shots and more comfortable for extended shooting sessions.

What modifications are needed to convert an AR-15 to 224 Valkyrie?

To convert an AR-15 to 224 Valkyrie, you will need to replace the barrel with one chambered in 224 Valkyrie, ideally a 20-inch or longer barrel with a 1:7 twist rate or faster. You will also need to swap the bolt for a 6.8 SPC bolt, which is compatible with the cartridge.

What are the benefits of the 224 Valkyrie's flatter trajectory?

The flatter trajectory of the 224 Valkyrie means it's more forgiving of minor errors in range estimation. This increases the probability of hitting targets, especially at longer distances, and allows shooters to more easily spot their impacts through the scope, which is crucial for making corrections.

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