Clash of Titans 5: Vepr AK47 vs DD AR15 - Extended Range Shooting!

Published on November 24, 2016
Duration: 11:28

This video compares the extended range accuracy of a Vepr AK47 and a Daniel Defense AR15. Both rifles demonstrated impressive performance at 100, 300, and 500 yards, with the Vepr AK47 utilizing a 3x scope and the AR15 a 5x scope. The test highlighted the capabilities of both platforms and calibers, even with standard ammunition, and explored the impact of heat mirage and rapid firing on point of impact at longer distances.

Quick Summary

At 500 yards, both the Vepr AK47 (7.62x39mm) and Daniel Defense AR15 (5.56x45mm) achieved 4 out of 5 hits on an 18-inch plate using standard Wolf FMJ ammunition. The 7.62x39mm round retains significant energy at this range, delivering impactful hits and debunking myths about its extended range capability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Clash of the Titans 5
  2. 00:11Extended Range Shooting Setup
  3. 00:25Optics: Primary Arms 3x vs 5x
  4. 00:52100 Yard Accuracy Test
  5. 02:00300 Yard Accuracy Test
  6. 03:27500 Yard Accuracy Test
  7. 04:04Ammunition: Wolf FMJ Performance
  8. 05:18Magazine Dump Test at 500 Yards
  9. 05:55Impact of Heat Mirage
  10. 07:37Regular Speed Shooting Comparison
  11. 08:187.62x39mm Energy at 500 Yards
  12. 09:41Rifle Comparison Summary
  13. 10:22Daniel Defense Rail Issue & Fix

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Vepr AK47 and Daniel Defense AR15 perform at 100 yards?

At 100 yards, both the Vepr AK47 in 7.62x39mm and the Daniel Defense AR15 in 5.56x45mm performed exceptionally well, with the shooter easily placing rounds on head-sized targets. There was no significant difference in accuracy between the two platforms at this close range.

What was the accuracy difference between the Vepr AK47 and DD AR15 at 300 yards?

At 300 yards, the Daniel Defense AR15, equipped with a 5x Primary Arms scope, achieved a perfect 5 out of 5 hits. The Vepr AK47, using a 3x scope, scored 4 out of 5 hits, indicating the 5x optic provided a noticeable advantage at this distance.

Can 7.62x39mm be effective at 500 yards?

Yes, the 7.62x39mm round demonstrated significant effectiveness at 500 yards, delivering 'violent' hits on steel plates. This performance, even with standard Wolf FMJ ammunition, debunks myths about the round lacking energy at extended ranges.

How does rapid firing affect accuracy at 500 yards?

Rapid firing, such as a magazine dump, significantly degrades accuracy at 500 yards due to heat mirage. The heat dissipating from the barrel distorts the sight picture in the scope, making precise aiming difficult and leading to a substantial drop in hits.

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