NRA Gun of the Week: Alexander Arms .50 Beowulf Hunter Rifle

Published on January 10, 2020
Duration: 3:06

The Alexander Arms .50 Beowulf Hunter is a feature-rich modern sporting rifle designed for hunters and shooters seeking a big bore AR-style platform. It features a Eugene Stoner-inspired action, a flattop upper receiver with Picatinny rail, and a Takstar carbon-fiber handguard with M-LOK slots. The rifle is equipped with a 16.5-inch button-rifled chromoly steel barrel, a Velocity trigger, and an Adaptive Tactical adjustable stock. The .50 Beowulf cartridge is capable of producing over 2300 foot-pounds of energy, comparable to .45-70 ballistics.

Quick Summary

The Alexander Arms .50 Beowulf Hunter is a modern sporting rifle featuring a 16.5-inch barrel and a direct impingement gas system. Its .50 Beowulf cartridge delivers over 2300 foot-pounds of energy, comparable to .45-70 ballistics, making it suitable for big bore hunting applications.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction
  2. 00:15Alexander Arms .50 Beowulf Hunter Overview
  3. 00:31Action and Upper Receiver
  4. 00:45Carbon Fiber Handguard
  5. 01:01Barrel Specifications
  6. 01:13.50 Beowulf Cartridge Performance
  7. 01:49Gas System and Ejection Port
  8. 02:04Trigger and Stock
  9. 02:24Unique Components
  10. 02:36Finish and Included Accessories
  11. 02:44Where to Learn More

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alexander Arms .50 Beowulf Hunter rifle designed for?

The Alexander Arms .50 Beowulf Hunter rifle is designed for shooters and hunters looking to engage in big bore hunting with an AR-style platform. It offers a feature-rich experience without compromise for those seeking significant power.

What are the key features of the Alexander Arms .50 Beowulf Hunter rifle?

Key features include a flattop upper receiver with Picatinny rail, a Takstar carbon-fiber handguard with M-LOK slots, a 16.5-inch button-rifled chromoly steel barrel, a Velocity trigger, and an Adaptive Tactical adjustable stock. It operates on a direct impingement gas system.

What kind of ballistics can be expected from the .50 Beowulf cartridge in this rifle?

The .50 Beowulf cartridge is capable of producing over 2300 foot-pounds of energy with a 350-grain bullet traveling at approximately 1750 feet per second, offering ballistics comparable to the .45-70 Government.

Are there any unique components on the Alexander Arms .50 Beowulf Hunter?

Yes, while it's an AR platform, the .50 Beowulf Hunter has unique components including its barrel, gas block, bolt assembly, and magazine, which are specific to this model and the .50 Beowulf cartridge.

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