What do you folks like for an AR15-based SBR?
I've already got 10.5" uppers in 5.56 NATO and 300 AAC Blackout.
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Cartridge choices for AR15-based SBR
Cartridge choices for AR15-based SBR
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Re: Cartridge choices for AR15-based SBR
Is this just a fun gun/ noise maker, or does it have a real world purpose?
I can speak from experience with regards to a 10 inch barreled AR in 5.56. They have the same MV as a .22MAG, and they don’t go through windshields worth a damn.
I can speak from experience with regards to a 10 inch barreled AR in 5.56. They have the same MV as a .22MAG, and they don’t go through windshields worth a damn.
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Re: Cartridge choices for AR15-based SBR
It will be a plaything unless I can find a practical use for it.
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Re: Cartridge choices for AR15-based SBR
For extra smallness, yet still retaining ballistics, 45ACP.
Loaded with 450 SMC ammo, a 45ACP carbine is worthy of deer hunting, with a 185 grain bullet going 1500-1650 fps. Way better than 556 with a sub 10" barrel, and way harder hitting than 9mm. Also consider 38 super and 10mm.
For punching paper, 9mm is tough to beat.
Loaded with 450 SMC ammo, a 45ACP carbine is worthy of deer hunting, with a 185 grain bullet going 1500-1650 fps. Way better than 556 with a sub 10" barrel, and way harder hitting than 9mm. Also consider 38 super and 10mm.
For punching paper, 9mm is tough to beat.
300 blackout form 1: http://www.silencertalk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=137293
5.56 form 1:
http://www.silencertalk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=141800&p=955647#p955647
5.56 form 1:
http://www.silencertalk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=141800&p=955647#p955647
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Re: Cartridge choices for AR15-based SBR
My favorites:
8-10" 300blk
5.5" 9mm
4.5" .22lr
7-10" .223
the top three also being excellent suppressor hosts
8-10" 300blk
5.5" 9mm
4.5" .22lr
7-10" .223
the top three also being excellent suppressor hosts
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Re: Cartridge choices for AR15-based SBR
In addition to what is mentioned I'll add 12.5" 6.5 Grendel makes for great fun ringing steel at distances not expected from a SBR.
I had a 10.5" 458 Socom that was a blast, but went up to a 16.5" barrel so no NFA hastles when traveling. Seriously hard hitter on tough game if shots are not too far.
I had a 10.5" 458 Socom that was a blast, but went up to a 16.5" barrel so no NFA hastles when traveling. Seriously hard hitter on tough game if shots are not too far.
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I've got a 16" Tromix upper in .458 SOCOM.
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Based on the recommendations received here and elsewhrere, I've ordered a 12" Grendel upper from Palmetto State Armory. See https://palmettostatearmory.com/psa-12- ... 49195.html
for specs.
$329.99 with free shipping AND today, shipping on the ASC 25rd. magazines is free if your order five of them.
mbogo
for specs.
$329.99 with free shipping AND today, shipping on the ASC 25rd. magazines is free if your order five of them.
mbogo
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