New Lee Armory 6.5 Grendel AK from Copper Custom

Published on March 3, 2021
Duration: 22:13

This video reviews the Lee Armory OD47 rifle chambered in 6.5 Grendel, highlighting its superior ballistic performance compared to the traditional 7.62x39mm AKM. The review details the rifle's technical specifications, including its 18-inch Green Mountain barrel, O-CAM Defense M-LOK handguard with an integrated rail, and its suitability as a suppressor host. Accuracy testing and comparisons of ballistic data are provided, positioning the rifle as a capable option for hunting and longer-range engagements.

Quick Summary

The Lee Armory OD47 in 6.5 Grendel offers superior ballistic performance over the traditional 7.62x39mm AK round due to its higher ballistic coefficient and lower sectional density. This allows for greater range, accuracy, and energy retention, making it a more effective cartridge for hunting and longer-distance shooting, while affordable ammunition options exist.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction & PSA AKM
  2. 00:467.62x39mm Caliber Overview
  3. 01:295.45x39mm Caliber Overview
  4. 02:107.62x39mm Ballistics Limitations
  5. 02:43Introducing the 6.5 Grendel
  6. 03:20Shooting the PSA AKM
  7. 04:14Introducing the Lee Armory OD47
  8. 05:10Lee Armory OD47 Overview
  9. 05:196.5 Grendel vs. 7.62x39mm Ballistics
  10. 05:487.62x39mm Ballistics Data
  11. 06:396.5 Grendel Ballistics Data
  12. 08:38Rifle Features: Barrel & Muzzle
  13. 09:47O-CAM Defense Handguard System
  14. 10:42Rifle Disassembly & Furniture
  15. 11:21Magazines & Ammunition
  16. 12:08Affordable 6.5 Grendel Ammunition
  17. 12:49Shooting the OD47
  18. 13:10Enhanced Safety Lever
  19. 13:20Target Engagement at 100 Yards
  20. 13:34Target Engagement at 250 Yards
  21. 14:05Recoil & Shooting Experience
  22. 14:256.5 Grendel History & Mainstream Adoption
  23. 14:52Suppressor Host Capabilities
  24. 15:38Suppressor Mounting & Testing
  25. 15:52Shooting with Suppressor
  26. 16:16Point of Impact Shift Check
  27. 17:13200 Yard Engagement with Suppressor
  28. 17:41Finish & Rail System
  29. 17:56Accuracy Testing Results
  30. 18:01Wolf Gold 120 Grain Accuracy
  31. 18:28Black Hills 123 Grain Accuracy
  32. 18:39Wolf Steel Case 100 Grain Accuracy
  33. 19:04Federal 130 Grain Match Accuracy
  34. 19:17Overall Accuracy & Hunting Capability
  35. 19:29Rifle Cost & Value Proposition
  36. 20:01Comparison: PSA AK vs. OD47
  37. 20:406.5 Grendel as Evolutionary Step
  38. 21:13Conclusion & Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 6.5 Grendel cartridge superior to 7.62x39mm in an AK platform?

The 6.5 Grendel offers a significantly better ballistic coefficient and lower sectional density, allowing it to retain velocity and energy much further than the 7.62x39mm. This results in less bullet drop, better wind resistance, and greater effectiveness at ranges beyond 500 yards, making it a more capable cartridge for precision and hunting.

What are the key features of the Lee Armory OD47 rifle?

The Lee Armory OD47 features an 18-inch barrel chambered in 6.5 Grendel, a US-made nitrided barrel with a 1:8 twist, and a robust O-CAM Defense M-LOK handguard with an integrated Picatinny rail. It's also designed as a suppressor host with concentric threads and includes premium components like a Griffin Armament muzzle device.

Is the 6.5 Grendel ammunition expensive to shoot compared to 7.62x39mm?

While premium 6.5 Grendel ammunition can be costly, affordable options like Wolf steel-cased ammunition are available, making the cost comparable to 7.62x39mm in normal market conditions. This allows for economical shooting of the 6.5 Grendel cartridge.

How does the O-CAM Defense handguard on the OD47 improve the AK platform?

The O-CAM Defense handguard provides an integrated 1913 rail extending over the dust cover for optic mounting, M-LOK slots for accessories, and an internal heat shield for better heat mitigation. Its design also allows for standard rifle disassembly without removal.

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