6mm ARC First Kill

[Bowhntr6pt]

After dinner tonight I decided to go try the new 6mm ARC build. Was after coyote but this large boar came within range. Shot was about 75 yards. I'm using factory 108gr ELD Match ammo as I don't have brass yet to reload.

The 6mm ARC performed as expected... this dude never knew what hit him. Couldn't stay late so after a few more calls I packed it in. Really looking forward to the first coyote kill with the build.

 

[Rebel_Rider1969]

Adjustable gas? I see it sticking out of the handguard I think? Advantage over the 6.8??

 

[Baddog 0302]

Adjustable gas? I see it sticking out of the handguard I think? Advantage over the 6.8??

Advantage over the 6.8 ??? Ballistics, probably very little with in 250 yds
. I was looking into a Compass Lake build to get the barrel I wanted, but then no brass or dies.
I like the DIY brass catcher

 

[Bowhntr6pt]

Adjustable gas? I see it sticking out of the handguard I think? Advantage over the 6.8??

Standard non-adjustable low profile gas block. Had it on hand so figured I try it. It's working great suppressed and unsuppressed so I'll stick with it.

Advantage? Glad you asked...

Due to a recent post here I learned that the AR15 isn't a good choice for hunting, target shooting... yes, hunting, no. Especially when compared to other larger much more capable chamberings such as the deadly, soul snatching .30-30 Winchester. So I figured I'd better up my game so I'm trying the 6mm ARC to see if I can close the gap on the .30-30 while still enjoying the AR platform.

I'm not one to limit my gun flavors by insisting one offers an advantage over the other. I like to tinker and play with a variety of chamberings. I always loved the .243 Win., and while the 6mm ARC is no .243 Win., it does give me the capability to use 6mm bullets which I have a ton of at my disposal.

 

[Bowhntr6pt]

Advantage over the 6.8 ??? Ballistics, probably very little with in 250 yds
. I was looking into a Compass Lake build to get the barrel I wanted, but then no brass or dies.
I like the DIY brass catcher

The brass catcher is of the minimalist style, a guy on Predator Masters makes and sells them. They work pretty darn good.

 

[Rebel_Rider1969]

Standard non-adjustable low profile gas block. Had it on hand so figured I try it. It's working great suppressed and unsuppressed so I'll stick with it.

Advantage? Glad you asked...

Due to a recent post here I learned that the AR15 isn't a good choice for hunting, target shooting... yes, hunting, no. Especially when compared to other larger much more capable chamberings such as the deadly, soul snatching .30-30 Winchester. So I figured I'd better up my game so I'm trying the 6mm ARC to see if I can close the gap on the .30-30 while still enjoying the AR platform.

I'm not one to limit my gun flavors by insisting one offers an advantage over the other. I like to tinker and play with a variety of chamberings. I always loved the .243 Win., and while the 6mm ARC is no .243 Win., it does give me the capability to use 6mm bullets which I have a ton of at my disposal.

I enjoy the "odd" calibers too. 6.8, 224v ,450b, 223w, x39. All have an application. Also they are alot of fun to shoot. I've been really enjoying the 6.8 with the 10.5 barrel. Insanely accurate. Almost a 30-30!! (270 bullet)