Researching a high energy hog rifle

[JeeperCreeper]

To me, it sounds like the AR platform for hi-cap mags and the red dot for quick acquisition is the way to go. I'd stick with the .300BO before you buy a new upper. I'm with ya on not being a big AR guy, but I got my wife a PSA .300BO and I really like. May have to go field test it for her. If you just plain don't like the red dot, then only get a 1-4x scope for what you are talking about doing.

 

[Hoggin]

Ballistics for .300 BLK are not impressive, even for supersonic. But then we go back to paper research vs. field performance.
http://www.ballistics101.com/300aac_blackout.php

If E=1/2M(V^2), then Velocity is the primary focus, as we've discussed, for greater Energy. So I'd look for a smaller grain bullet. But as previously discussed (.22 magnum vs. 38 Special +P), Mass has a lot to do with hunting performance eve if Velocity is compromised somewhat. Get a good HP or similar hunting round to help ensure as much energy stays in the beast as possible and we're possibly on to something.

So, specifically, which .300 BLK supersonic rounds would you recommend for hogging?

http://ammoseek.com has .300 BLK rounds in the 50-cent each range which is not bad at all.

 

[JeeperCreeper]

http://www.outdoorlife.com/blogs/gu...year-barnes-110-grain-vor-tx-300-aac-blackout

 

[cajun_64]

I had had good luck with the Barnes TAC-TX 110gr.

 

[topgunz1]

I had had good luck with the Barnes TAC-TX 110gr.

took two deer with that load last year, should work well for hogs. Out of a 10.5" barrel, very accurate and easy to shoot.

 

[gmshooter]

Barnes TAC-TX 110gr. Blacktip Is the go to round!!

 

[Hoggin]

Decided against the .300 BLK supersonic. AR format just isn't what I'm looking for. Played with a friend's .300 Win Mag AR the other day and it could chop trees down but forget to put earplugs in and your ears are ringing for a day. And a 14# rifle isn't what I want to go stalking with for hours and miles.

buckedup & bayoupirate were right... If I love the .444 stick with it. Found a nice .444 lever action Marlin. Five round capacity is perfect.

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[JeeperCreeper]

To each his own! I prefer the FAL over the AR any day. I do have a Marlin XLR in 45/70 that I really like as well. I do love a good lever action.

 

[DAVE_M]

14 lbs? LOL

You can build one well under that, but to each his own. If you want lightweight and effective, 300BLK is the way to go.