Sharps 25-45 AR-15 Range Test

Published on December 23, 2014
Duration: 22:10

This AR-15 build features a Sharps Rifle Company 25-45 barrel, pushing an 87-grain projectile at 3,000 FPS, making it legal for deer hunting in some states. Accuracy testing at 100 yards yielded groups between 1.25 and 1.5 MOA. The Sharps Relia-bolt BCG's NP3-style coating simplifies cleaning and reduces carrier tilt.

Quick Summary

The custom 25-45 Sharps AR-15 build features a Sharps barrel and Relia-bolt BCG. Accuracy testing yielded 1.25-1.5 MOA groups at 100 yards with 87-grain ammo. The caliber is legal for deer hunting in some states due to its .25 caliber projectile.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Build Overview & Components
  2. 01:1625-45 Sharps Caliber Ballistics & Hunting Legality
  3. 02:38100-Yard Accuracy Testing Results
  4. 08:40Steel Target Engagement & Practical Accuracy
  5. 13:08Sharps Relia-bolt BCG Inspection & Cleaning

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components of the custom 25-45 Sharps AR-15 build?

The build features an Anderson upper and lower receiver, ATI furniture, a Vortex Viper PST 2.5-10x optic in a LaRue mount, a Geissele Designated Marksman trigger, and a Sharps Rifle Company 25-45 barrel with a Relia-bolt BCG.

How accurate is the 25-45 Sharps caliber in this AR-15 build?

During range testing at 100 yards using 87-grain soft point ammunition, the rifle consistently produced groups between 1.25 and 1.5 MOA. Further accuracy improvements may be possible with handloads.

What are the ballistic advantages of the 25-45 Sharps caliber?

The 25-45 Sharps uses a .223 case necked up to .25 caliber, pushing an 87-grain projectile around 3,000 FPS. This makes it suitable for deer hunting in states requiring larger than .22 caliber projectiles.

What makes the Sharps Relia-bolt BCG notable?

The Relia-bolt BCG features an NP3-style coating for easy cleaning and a redesigned locking lug geometry that helps mitigate carrier tilt, contributing to smoother operation and durability.

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