AR-15 OF THE FUTURE ???

Published on August 29, 2022
Duration: 16:05

The Faxon Firearms 8.6 Blackout rifle, built on the AR-10 platform, offers significant energy transfer due to its .338 caliber bullet and fast 1:3 twist rate. Testing demonstrated impressive stopping power, with ballistic gel tests showing deep penetration and destructive tests revealing explosive reactions. This new caliber is positioned as a powerful option for short-barreled rifles.

Quick Summary

The Faxon Firearms 8.6 Blackout rifle utilizes a .338 caliber bullet with a fast 1:3 twist rate, designed for the AR-10 platform. This combination allows for significant energy transfer and deep penetration, as demonstrated in ballistic gel tests showing over 34 inches of penetration.

Chapters

  1. 01:15Introducing the 8.6 Blackout
  2. 01:418.6 Blackout Technical Specs
  3. 05:18Ballistic Gel Testing
  4. 06:57Destructive Testing (Kentucky Science)
  5. 13:35Ballistic Dummy Head Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 8.6 Blackout caliber unique compared to 300 Blackout?

The 8.6 Blackout is designed for the larger AR-10 platform and uses a .338 caliber bullet, whereas the 300 Blackout is typically chambered in AR-15 platforms and uses a .30 caliber bullet. The 8.6 Blackout also features a significantly faster 1:3 twist rate.

How does the 1:3 twist rate benefit the 8.6 Blackout?

The extremely fast 1:3 twist rate allows the bullet to achieve higher rotational velocity. This stabilization enables heavier bullets to be effectively used from shorter barrels, delivering more energy on target compared to slower twist rates or longer barrels with smaller calibers.

What was the outcome of the ballistic gel testing for the 8.6 Blackout?

Testing with 210-grain 8.6 Blackout rounds showed substantial energy transfer, penetrating approximately 34 inches of Clear Ballistics gel. The force was enough to cause the first gel block to flip completely over, demonstrating significant stopping power.

What kind of rifle platform is the 8.6 Blackout typically built on?

The 8.6 Blackout cartridge is generally built for the larger AR-10 platform due to its size and power requirements. This contrasts with the 300 Blackout, which is commonly found in the smaller AR-15 platform.

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