It utilizes a shortened case from the 6.5mm Creedmoor necked up to an 8.6 mm caliber (8.585 mm or 0.338 in diameter) projectile. 8.6 Blackout is designed for use in bolt-action rifles or as a caliber conversion for AR-10 style rifles.

Feb 13, 2023 · In essence, 8.6 Blackout is designed to shoot heavy .338 caliber bullets at modest supersonic or quiet subsonic speeds for hunting or self defense. The cartridge is unique for its radical 1:3 twist rate which produces extreme rotational energy to aid its terminal performance and allows it to shoot accurately with subsonic ammunition.

The 8.6 Blackout outperforms the 300 Blackout in every measurable category. When fired subsonic, it uses a heavier bullet at the same velocity and achieves the same trajectory. I love this cartridge, and although there are a few cartridges that outperform it.

USING A 338 PROJECTILE, MODIFIED CREEDMOOR BRASS, AND A 308 BOLT FACE, 8.6 BLK PACKS A PUNCH IN BOTH SUBSONIC AND SUPERSONIC ROUNDS, EVEN OUT OF SHORT BARREL PROFILES, THANKS TO THE SUPER-FAST 1:3 TWIST. The 8.6 BLK round was imagined and developed by Q.

8.6 Blackout was developed by Kevin Brittingham and his team at Q. It is often referred to as 300 Blackouts big brother and it’s easy to see why. What 300BLK provided to the AR-15 platform, 8.6BLK does for AR-10’s.

Dec 21, 2022 · The 8.6 Blackout, aka 8.6 BLK or 8.6mm Creedmoor, is a new cartridge developed by Q, the company that brought us the Honey Badger, The Fix bolt-action rifle and the company’s own line of suppressors.

Enter 8.6 Blackout ammunition, a formidable cartridge that delivers exceptional power, accuracy, and versatility. In this blog post, we will delve into the world of 8.6 Blackout ammunition, unveiling its key features, applications, and advantages.

Aug 21, 2023 · The 8.6 Blackout, often referred to as 8.6 BLK, is a versatile ammunition round designed primarily for short-barreled rifles and suppressed firearms. It’s particularly good for: Subsonic Shooting : Thanks to its design, the 8.6 BLK excels in subsonic applications, providing quieter shooting experiences when paired with suppressors, making it ...

May 3, 2024 · Learn about the origin, ballistics, uses, and pros and cons of 8.6 Blackout in our complete guide.

Dec 9, 2024 · I briefly covered the 8.6 Blackout in my last Alternative Ammo piece, in which I compared it to the .338 Federal. But because this is such a new, niche cartridge, my editor thought it also deserved a deep dive, so I’m here to provide an in-depth look at the new 8.6 BLK.