A Shorter Stoner: The BRN-180s

The IWI Carmel is a new 5.56x45mm rifle featuring a short-stroke piston system, ambidextrous controls, and an adjustable gas system for suppressed and unsuppressed use. It offers AR-15-like ergonomics with a comfortable grip and familiar controls, making it accessible for those trained on the AR platform. The rifle is noted for its light weight despite its robust appearance, flat shooting characteristics, and good accuracy.

This video provides an in-depth look at the IWI Carmel rifle's upcoming US production model, as presented by James Reeves and Tom from IWI. Key features include an aluminum M-LOK handguard, fully ambidextrous controls, a tool-less charging handle, and an adjustable folding stock. The rifle utilizes a short-stroke piston system and is compatible with AR-15 pistol grips and STANAG magazines, chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO. The US version omits the quick-change barrel feature found on earlier iterations for simplicity.

Paul Levy from Brownells provides an expert introduction to the BRN-180 Gen2 upper receivers, detailing significant improvements over the original line. Key updates include a robust, single-screw handguard attachment and a 2-position adjustable gas system across all models for enhanced reliability with various ammunition and suppressor use. A new .300 Blackout variant with side-access gas adjustment is also showcased.

This video introduces the new Brownells BRN-180S™ upper receiver, a short-barreled variant of the acclaimed BRN-180™. Featuring a 10.5" barrel, it's designed for AR pistol or SBR builds. A key feature is its adjustable gas system, allowing for easy switching between suppressed ('S') and unsuppressed ('U') operation, developed in collaboration with Primary Weapon Systems (PWS) and FM Products. The video also includes a brief overview and disassembly of the AR-180 operating system.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Sig 516 Gen 2 Patrol Rifle, highlighting its lineage from the HK416 and detailing numerous improvements. The presenter, with apparent expertise, discusses the rifle's enhanced reliability, reduced weight, improved ergonomics, and modularity compared to its predecessor. Key features like the short-stroke piston system, ambidextrous controls, and compatibility with standard AR-15 components are emphasized, positioning it as a premium piston-driven rifle.

This video provides an overview of the new PSA AR9 Gen4 PDW, a 9mm Pistol Caliber Carbine. The presenter, Elliott Delp, an experienced firearm enthusiast, highlights the significant value this PCC offers due to its compatibility with standard AR-15 parts. The review touches upon accessories like Holosun optics and Streamlight weapon lights, positioning the AR9 Gen4 PDW as a noteworthy option in the current market.

This video features a critique of a home defense AR-15 build by former Navy SEAL Jeff Gonzales. Key takeaways include the importance of a suppressor for indoor use, the critique of an overly complex sling, and recommendations for reliable optics. The discussion highlights the trade-offs of short-barreled rifles (SBRs) for home defense and emphasizes practical gear selection over complexity.

This guide details the tool-less field stripping process for the Beretta ARX-160, as demonstrated by a Beretta factory representative. It covers the quick-release barrel, stock, trigger group, and bolt assembly, emphasizing ease of maintenance. The representative highlights the rifle's modularity and ambidextrous features, noting its current military availability with future civilian plans.

This entry details the Fostech .50 Cal Drum Magazine, designed for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, featuring a 20-round capacity and billet machined aluminum construction. It also touches upon the Fostech Rader .308 rifle. The information is presented with high technical focus from a manufacturer representative.

This video from ARFCOM News details a ballistic gel test of Remington's 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum ammunition fired from a 16-inch Rossi Model M92 carbine. The test highlights how carbine-length barrels significantly enhance .357 Magnum performance, achieving velocities comparable to some .300 Blackout loads and demonstrating substantial penetration and expansion in ballistic gel. The analysis touches on terminal ballistics theories and the unique behavior of high-velocity pistol rounds fired from rifles.