PSA JAKL in .300 Blackout | 14.5" or 8.5" ???

Published on November 30, 2024
Duration: 30:34

This video reviews two PSA JAKL firearms in .300 Blackout, an 8.5-inch and a 14.5-inch variant. The reviewer, Roger Barrera from QVO Tactical, details reliability issues with the shorter barrel, particularly with subsonic ammunition, and explores the impact of the adjustable gas system. Ballistics data for both subsonic and supersonic rounds are presented, along with accuracy testing at 50 yards. The 14.5-inch model demonstrates better reliability and accuracy, while the 8.5-inch model shows promise when using supersonic ammunition with the gas system adjusted appropriately.

Quick Summary

The PSA JAKL in .300 Blackout comes in 8.5-inch and 14.5-inch variants. The 14.5-inch model generally offers better reliability and accuracy, while the 8.5-inch requires careful tuning of its adjustable gas system, often favoring supersonic ammunition for consistent cycling. Accuracy at 50 yards with red dots was around 1.5 inches for the 14.5" and 3.25 inches for the 8.5".

Chapters

  1. 00:15Introduction: PSA JAKL .300 Blackout
  2. 00:57Product Transparency & Overview
  3. 01:47First Rounds: Suppressed Shooting
  4. 03:068.5" JAKL Malfunctions & Gas Adjustment
  5. 04:3214.5" JAKL Initial Performance
  6. 05:25Marco's First Rounds
  7. 06:13Accuracy Testing: 10 Yards
  8. 06:38Accuracy Testing: 50 Yards (8.5" JAKL)
  9. 08:27Accuracy Testing: 50 Yards (14.5" JAKL)
  10. 10:31Ballistics Testing: Chronograph Setup
  11. 11:33Chronograph Results: 8.5" JAKL Subs & Supers
  12. 13:16Chronograph Results: 14.5" JAKL Subs & Supers
  13. 15:03Ballistics Data Comparison
  14. 16:24Sound Suppression Test
  15. 19:38Mag Dump with Adjusted Gas (Supers)
  16. 20:39Accuracy Testing: 100 Yards
  17. 21:41Firearm Setup: 8.5" JAKL
  18. 23:42Firearm Setup: 14.5" JAKL
  19. 25:38Final Thoughts & Recommendations
  20. 29:08Bonus Footage: 50 Yard Headshots

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the 8.5-inch and 14.5-inch PSA JAKL in .300 Blackout?

The 14.5-inch JAKL offers better reliability and accuracy out-of-the-box, especially with subsonic .300 Blackout. The 8.5-inch model requires careful adjustment of its gas system, often favoring supersonic ammunition for consistent cycling. The 14.5-inch is also pinned and welded for legal compliance without an SBR stamp.

How does the adjustable gas system on the PSA JAKL affect performance?

The adjustable gas system is critical for tuning the JAKL to different ammunition types. For subsonic rounds, a more open setting is typically needed, while supersonic rounds often perform best with the gas system set to its most closed position for smoother cycling and reduced recoil.

What kind of accuracy can be expected from the PSA JAKL at 50 yards?

At 50 yards with unmagnified red dot sights, the 14.5-inch JAKL achieved groups around 1.5 inches (potentially 0.5 inches without a flyer). The 8.5-inch JAKL produced larger groups, approximately 3.25 inches, highlighting the impact of barrel length on accuracy.

What are the velocity differences between subsonic and supersonic .300 Blackout rounds from the PSA JAKL?

From the 8.5-inch barrel, 200-grain subs averaged 863 fps and 150-grain supers averaged 1350 fps. The 14.5-inch barrel yielded higher velocities: 1038 fps for subs and 1564 fps for supers, showing a significant velocity gain with the longer barrel.

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