SIDE CHARGING AR10 - Shooting the ATRS Alternative AR10

Published on March 24, 2020
Duration: 7:00

This review covers the ATRS Alternative AR-10, a semi-custom, side-charging rifle. The presenter highlights its unique receiver design, solid construction, and potential for customization. Initial reliability issues were encountered with "garbage ammo" and certain magazines, but the rifle performed well with DPMS magazines, Gen 2 PMAGs, and Austrian surplus ammunition. The presenter notes the rifle's potential as a match or hunting platform and its non-restricted status in Canada with appropriate barrel length.

Quick Summary

The ATRS Alternative AR-10 is a unique side-charging rifle with a distinctive receiver design and solid construction. It features a Proof Research carbon fiber barrel and is available in calibers like .308 Winchester and 6.5 Creedmoor. Reliability was found to be dependent on magazine and ammunition quality, with DPMS and Gen 2 PMAGs performing best.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Initial Shooting
  2. 00:13Introducing the ATRS Alternative AR-10
  3. 00:46Unique Receiver Design
  4. 01:04Caliber Options and Barrel
  5. 01:42First Shooting Impressions and Issues
  6. 02:17Troubleshooting Feeding Problems
  7. 03:03Magazine Testing: DPMS Mags
  8. 03:35Switching Ammunition and Magazines
  9. 04:08PMAG Gen 2 Testing
  10. 04:45More Shooting and Observations
  11. 05:11Austrian Surplus Ammunition Test
  12. 05:37Successful Shooting with Good Ammo
  13. 06:11Final Mag Dump and Conclusion
  14. 06:34Overall Assessment and Canadian Regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the ATRS Alternative AR-10 unique?

The ATRS Alternative AR-10 stands out with its side-charging system and a distinctive receiver design featuring a downward swoop, setting it apart from conventional AR-10 platforms. It also boasts a solid, rattle-free construction between the upper and lower receivers.

What caliber options are available for the ATRS Alternative AR-10?

The ATRS Alternative AR-10 can be ordered in various calibers. While this review features a .308 Winchester model, it is also available in popular options like 6.5 Creedmoor, allowing for customization based on shooter preference.

What barrel is used on the ATRS Alternative AR-10?

This particular ATRS Alternative AR-10 is equipped with a Proof Research carbon fiber wrap barrel. This type of barrel is known for its lightweight properties, making it an interesting option, especially for firearms with longer barrels.

What magazines and ammunition performed best with the ATRS Alternative AR-10?

During testing, the ATRS Alternative AR-10 experienced reliability issues with certain ammunition and magazines. However, it performed well with DPMS magazines and specifically Gen 2 PMAGs, along with Austrian surplus ammunition.

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