First Shots with the new 338 ARC

This video provides an in-depth review and ballistic testing of the new Hornady 338 ARC cartridge, primarily using the CMMG Dissent firearm. The presenter, Mark, details the cartridge's performance, comparing it to 8.6 Blackout and 300 Blackout, and discusses its potential applications, including hunting and home defense. Key aspects covered include velocity, penetration in ballistic gel, suppressor compatibility, and ammunition cost/availability.

This video introduces Hornady's new 338 ARC cartridge, highlighting its significant performance increase over the 300 Blackout. The 338 ARC delivers 1.5 times the energy, utilizes a 307-grain subsonic projectile for enhanced penetration, and maintains accuracy out to 400-600 yards with a low velocity spread. A key advantage is its compatibility with 9mm suppressors and pressure-matched subsonic/supersonic loads, minimizing tuning needs.

This video provides a head-to-head comparison of the 338 ARC and 300 Blackout cartridges, focusing on subsonic and supersonic ammunition performance. Tests included recoil impulse, water jug impact, and barrier penetration through a truck bed. The 338 ARC demonstrated significantly more energy on target and better barrier performance, while the 300 Blackout offered more controllable recoil for follow-up shots.

This review covers the new 338 ARC cartridge and a Palmetto State Armory (PSA) complete upper assembly designed for it. The 338 ARC offers approximately 1.5 times the energy of 300 Blackout with heavier projectiles, fitting within an AR-15 lower receiver. The PSA upper features an 8.5-inch barrel, pistol-length gas system, and is optimized for suppressed use and close-quarters applications.

This review covers the CMMG Dissent in 338 ARC, highlighting its performance with Hornady's new round. The firearm features a compact 6.5-inch barrel, a patent-pending operating system, and utilizes 400 Legend magazines with a 338 ARC follower. While the supersonic 338 ARC round exhibits significant recoil, the subsonic rounds are comparable to 300 Blackout. The review also touches on potential magazine compatibility issues and the firearm's adjustable gas system.

This video provides a range report for a custom 338 ARC AR-15 build by Brownells. It details the process of zeroing the rifle and adjusting a Rifle-Speed adjustable gas block for both subsonic and supersonic Hornady ammunition. The build demonstrates impressive accuracy at various distances, highlighting the potential of the 338 ARC cartridge.

This guide covers the setup and operation of the Daniel Defense DDM4 PDW in .300 Blackout, as presented by a firearms instructor. It details the installation of common accessories like suppressors, lights, and optics, along with magazine loading and stock adjustment. The video emphasizes the PDW concept's utility and the effectiveness of the .300 Blackout cartridge, concluding with a live-fire demonstration.

This video features Tim from Military Arms Channel demonstrating the Remington 742 semi-automatic rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield. He compares the .30-06 cartridge to the 5.56x45mm used in AR-15s, highlighting the power difference. The demonstration includes live fire at a steel target, showcasing the rifle's operation and magazine insertion.

This guide details the installation of the AR-57 upper receiver onto a standard AR-15 lower receiver, enabling the use of the 5.7x28mm cartridge. It also covers a practical modification using a Magpul PMAG as a brass catcher, demonstrating how spent casings are ejected downward through the AR-15's magazine well. The information is presented with high authority by Military Arms Channel, a recognized firearms reviewer.

This guide details how to swap the stock on a Ruger Mini-14, demonstrating its modularity by replacing a synthetic stock with a classic wood folding stock. The video features a live-fire demonstration of the rifle in its 'A-Team' style configuration, highlighting its rapid-fire capability. The host, a recognized firearms expert, provides an informative and confident assessment.