Did Blackout Score the Knockout?...Sabre Blade .300 AAC Blackout, AR-15 Self-Defense AMMO test!

Published on August 6, 2023
Duration: 13:08

This test evaluates Sabre Blade Black Tip .300 AAC Blackout 110-grain ammunition across two AR-15 platforms (8.5" and 16" barrels). The 8.5" barrel achieved 2164 FPS and 18.5" penetration with 97.8-grain retention, while the 16" barrel reached 2455 FPS and 15.5" penetration with 58.2-grain retention. Both demonstrated immediate expansion and fragmentation, with the shorter barrel retaining more projectile mass.

Quick Summary

Sabre Blade Black Tip .300 Blackout 110-grain ammo was tested in 8.5" and 16" AR-15s. The 8.5" barrel yielded 2164 FPS, 18.5" penetration, and 97.8gr retention. The 16" barrel achieved 2455 FPS, 15.5" penetration, and 58.2gr retention, showing significant fragmentation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:52Sabre Blade .300 BLK Ammo Specs
  3. 01:38AR-15 Test Firearms
  4. 02:18Velocity Test: 8.5" Barrel
  5. 04:16Velocity Test: 16" Barrel
  6. 05:42Ballistic Gel Impact
  7. 07:10Gel Results Analysis
  8. 09:28Projectile Recovery & Mass
  9. 11:38Conclusion: .300 BLK Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Sabre Blade .300 Blackout 110-grain ammo perform in ballistic gel tests?

The Sabre Blade .300 Blackout 110-grain ammo showed immediate expansion and fragmentation. From an 8.5" barrel, it penetrated 18.5 inches and retained 97.8 grains. From a 16" barrel, it penetrated 15.5 inches and retained 58.2 grains.

What were the velocities achieved by the Sabre Blade .300 Blackout ammo?

The 8.5-inch barrel averaged 2164 FPS, while the 16-inch barrel achieved a higher average velocity of 2455 FPS, exceeding the box rating of 2325 FPS.

Which AR-15 barrel length performed better with Sabre Blade .300 Blackout ammo?

The 8.5-inch barrel retained significantly more projectile mass (97.8 grains vs 58.2 grains), suggesting potentially better terminal performance despite lower velocity. The 16-inch barrel fragmented more violently.

What is the recommended use for .300 Blackout ammunition like Sabre Blade?

.300 Blackout is versatile, suitable for self-defense, home defense, and hunting. Its effectiveness varies with barrel length and projectile type, as demonstrated by the different results from the 8.5" and 16" AR-15s.

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