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8.6 Blackout Rifle Brass - 8.6 Blackout Rifle Brass 100/Box
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SKU: 430109455
Overview
Built for shooters setting up a .308 Winchester platform with a quick barrel change, this brass supports the 8.6mm Blackout cartridge in a format suited to both supersonic and subsonic loads. It is based on the 6.5 Creedmoor case necked up for a .338 caliber projectile and uses large rifle primers. Alpha Munitions includes its OCD with optimized case head technology, intended to extend primer pocket life and case life under higher-than-normal pressures and velocities. Each case is individually packed in a plastic flip-top case with foam for storage and handling.
Why Hunters Choose the Alpha Munitions
Compatible 308
308 Winchester platforms using a
Supports 160-225
Grain bullets at supersonic speeds
Also Accommodates
285-350 grain bullets for subsonic
Uses Large
Rifle primers
Individually Packed
In a plastic flip-top case
Key Features
- 8.6 Blackout rifle brass, packaged 100 cases per box.
- Built on the 6.5 Creedmoor case necked up for .338 caliber projectiles.
- Works with .308 Winchester platforms after a quick barrel change.
- Supports 160-225 grain bullets at supersonic speeds.
- Supports 285-350 grain bullets at subsonic speeds.
- Uses large rifle primers and Alpha Munitions OCD optimized case head technology.
- Each case is individually packed in a plastic flip-top case with foam.
Best Used For
- Hunters using a .308 Winchester platform with a quick barrel change for 8.6 Blackout setup
- Reloaders seeking brass for supersonic or subsonic 8.6 Blackout loads
- Users who want large rifle primer brass for 8.6 Blackout cartridges
- Shooters prioritizing individually packed brass for organized storage and transport
- Handloaders looking for Alpha Munitions 8.6 Blackout brass in a 100-count box
Specifications
| Bullet Diameter | .338 caliber |
|---|---|
| Cartridge | 8.6 Blackout |
| Case Basis | 6.5 Creedmoor case necked up |
| Case Head Technology | OCD with optimized case head technology |
| Case Type | Brass |
| Compatible Platform | .308 Winchester platform with a quick barrel change |
| Packaging | Individually packed in a plastic flip top case with foam |
| Primer Type | Large rifle primers |
| Quantity | 100/Box |
| Subsonic Bullet Weight Range | 285-350 gr |
| Supersonic Bullet Weight Range | 160-225 gr |
Pros
- Compatible with 308 Winchester platforms using a quick barrel change.
- Supports 160-225 grain bullets at supersonic speeds.
- Also accommodates 285-350 grain bullets for subsonic use.
- Uses large rifle primers.
- Individually packed in a plastic flip-top case with foam protection.
- Incorporates optimized case head technology from Alpha Munitions.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Requires a .308 Winchester platform with a quick barrel change, so it is not a drop-in option for standard rifles.
- Uses large rifle primers, which may matter if your current loading setup is built around a different primer size.
- The cartridge is described with both supersonic and subsonic bullet ranges, so load selection will depend on the intended use and setup.
- Each case is individually packed in a plastic flip-top case with foam, which adds protection but is less compact than bulk packaging.
Suggested Comparisons
- Rifle brass
- Reloading brass
- 8.6 Blackout components
- Large rifle primer brass
Suggested Accessories
- Brass case storage box
- Reloading press
- Large rifle primers
- Bullet seating die
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in this 8.6 Blackout brass box?
The product is sold as 100 pieces per box. The description also says each case is packed individually in a plastic flip-top case with foam.
What primer type does this brass use?
This 8.6 Blackout brass utilizes large rifle primers.
Is this brass intended for a .308 Winchester platform?
Yes. The description says it works from any .308 Winchester platform with a quick barrel change.
What bullet weights are mentioned for the 8.6 Blackout cartridge?
The description lists 160-225 grain bullets at supersonic speeds and 285-350 grain bullets subsonic.
What case design feature does Alpha Munitions include in this brass?
Each case incorporates Alpha Munitions' OCD with optimized case head technology, which is described as being designed to lengthen primer pocket life and case life overall.