Which is BEST? - 3 New Rounds Tested

Published on August 16, 2025
Duration: 16:16

This video conducts a comprehensive comparison of four rifle cartridges: 300 Blackout, 338 Arc, 8.6 Blackout, and 375 Raptor. Through 11 tests including noise, cost, magazine capacity, energy transfer, distance drop, recoil, availability, build difficulty, weight, and ballistics gelatin, the video aims to determine which new rounds can challenge 300 Blackout. The 8.6 Blackout emerges as a strong contender, excelling in energy dump and availability.

Quick Summary

The 375 Raptor demonstrated the most significant energy transfer in the water jug test, blowing apart four jugs and showing the most visible energy on impact, surpassing other tested rounds including 300 Blackout. At 200 yards, it also had the least drop (26 inches), making it a strong contender for long-range performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 300 Blackout vs New Rounds
  2. 00:41Test 1: Quietness Comparison
  3. 01:28Test 2: Ammunition Cost Analysis
  4. 02:40Test 3: Magazine Capacity
  5. 04:37Test 4: Energy Transfer (Water Jugs)
  6. 06:42Test 5: Distance Drop (200 Yards)
  7. 07:37Test 6: Recoil Test
  8. 08:39Test 7: Ammunition Availability
  9. 09:23Test 8: Rifle Build Difficulty
  10. 10:18Test 10: Rifle Weight Comparison
  11. 11:25Ballistics Gelatin Test Prep & Reloading Tips
  12. 13:21Test 11: Ballistics Gelatin Impact
  13. 15:37Final Thoughts & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Which new cartridge offers the most energy transfer compared to 300 Blackout?

The 375 Raptor demonstrated the most significant energy transfer in the water jug test, blowing apart four jugs and showing the most visible energy on impact, surpassing other tested rounds including 300 Blackout.

How do the tested cartridges compare in terms of drop at 200 yards?

At 200 yards, the 375 Raptor had the least drop (26 inches), followed by 8.6 Blackout (27 inches) and 338 Arc (28 inches). 300 Blackout experienced a much greater drop of 55 inches.

Which of the new cartridges is the most readily available?

The 8.6 Blackout is considered the most available and ubiquitous of the newer cartridges tested, with its manufacturer noting high demand and sales, making it easier to find than the 338 Arc or 375 Raptor.

What are the key differences in recoil between 300 Blackout and the newer cartridges?

The 300 Blackout had the least amount of recoil, making it the most comfortable to shoot. While the 375 Raptor had the most recoil among the new rounds, all tested cartridges were noted to have very low recoil, even less than a standard 308 AR-10.

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