338 ARC vs 8.6 Blackout | Surprising Factory Ammo Accuracy Results

338 ARC vs 8.6 Blackout | The Better Hunting Cartridge for Real-World Accuracy

In this video, I compare the 338 ARC to the 8.6 Blackout using Hornady factory ammo through the Bear Creek Arsenal bolt-action upper. This isn’t a benchrest or reloading test — it’s a practical comparison focused on accuracy, velocity, recoil, and field performance for hunters and shooters deciding between the two.

You’ll see both Hornady 338 ARC factory loads — the 175gr Hornady Black HPBT and 307gr SUB-X — and how they perform versus the 8.6 Blackout in terms of ballistic efficiency, hunting range, and energy retention.

Key Topics:
338 ARC factory ammo performance
Comparison to 8.6 Blackout subsonic capability
Real-world hunting application and accuracy results
How the 338 ARC fills the gap between 6.5 Creedmoor and 8.6 Blackout

⚠️ These are factory loads tested in the Bear Creek Arsenal bolt-action upper — not handloads. Always follow manufacturer recommendations when selecting ammunition.

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