6.5 Grendel | BLC2 and 123gr ELD-M Load Testing

This video compares 5.56mm, 6mm ARC, 6.5 Grendel, and 6.5 Creedmoor across various shooting scenarios, including long-range engagements up to 1400 meters. While 5.56 excels in low recoil and high volume of fire for closer engagements, larger calibers like 6.5 Creedmoor offer superior long-range hit probability. 6mm ARC and 6.5 Grendel present versatile options, balancing range, energy, and platform compatibility, with 6mm ARC noted for its flat trajectory and 6.5 Grendel as a potential AR-15 .308 replacement.

This review introduces the .22 ARC cartridge, a 6.5 Grendel case necked down to a .22 caliber bullet, noting its unique appearance. The Samurai Firearms Enterprise rifle chambered in .22 ARC is showcased with a 25x Athlon optic for long-range shooting. Live fire demonstrates the cartridge's performance, with recoil and concussion compared to the 6.5 Grendel.

This YouTube video from Samurai Firearms explores the new .22 ARC caliber, a cartridge that bridges the gap between the popular 6.5 Grendel and the .22 caliber. The title suggests a comparison and analysis, positioning it as a novel development for firearm enthusiasts interested in ballistics and cartridge performance. The content likely delves into the technical aspects, potential applications, and how this new round stacks up against established calibers.

This video compares the 6.5 Grendel and 5.56 NATO cartridges through rigorous barrier testing. While 6.5 Grendel demonstrated superior performance against concrete and slightly better penetration on 1/4 inch steel, 5.56 NATO showed a deeper crater on 3/8 inch steel. Ultimately, the significant cost difference favors 5.56 NATO for most civilian applications.

The 6mm ARC offers 6.5 Creedmoor ballistics in an AR-15 platform but faces significant reliability challenges due to its case taper, impacting magazine feeding. Bolt longevity is also a concern due to the larger case head requiring modifications. While it excels in precision matches past 500 yards, its high maintenance cost and niche appeal make it an expensive 'nerd' round.

This video provides a detailed 100-yard ballistics comparison between the 6.5 Grendel and 50 Beowulf cartridges, utilizing a LabRadar for precise velocity and energy measurements. The analysis, conducted by an instructor with high authority, highlights the 6.5 Grendel's superior aerodynamic efficiency, showing it nearly matches the 50 Beowulf in kinetic energy at 100 yards despite a significant muzzle velocity difference, suggesting potential for greater energy retention at longer distances with less recoil.

This head-to-head accuracy test compares the Ruger 10/22 and Marlin Model 60 .22 LR rifles. Both rifles demonstrated tight groups at 25 yards with various ammunition types. The Marlin Model 60 features a 17-round tube magazine and last-shot bolt hold-open, while the Ruger 10/22 is known for its extensive aftermarket support and 10-round rotary magazine.

This .38 Special ballistics gel test evaluated five different loads fired from a Smith & Wesson 642 snub-nose revolver. Only the Federal HST Micro and Hornady Critical Defense demonstrated reliable expansion, with the HST Micro showing a significant wound track despite shallower penetration. Lighter, expanding bullets appear more effective in short-barreled revolvers.

This ballistic gel test compares 9mm +P and .40 S&W HST ammunition. The .40 S&W demonstrated more dramatic expansion, while the 9mm +P achieved greater penetration. The host notes that .40 S&W offers superior terminal ballistics, but 9mm provides advantages in capacity and recoil management, especially in compact firearms.

This video provides a first look at the .50 Beowulf cartridge fired from an AR-15 platform rifle. It demonstrates the loading process, live fire, and the significant impact on steel targets. The footage highlights the rifle's side-charging mechanism and a Vortex red dot optic, showcasing the raw power of this big bore round.