I dumped both of my AR’s about a decade ago for the ballistic limitations you mentioned. I only have AK’s now in both 5.45 and 7.62, but I prefer the 5.45. Every time I hog hunt, that round drops them. When I had AR’s, the hogs would need follow-ups - one round was never enough.
I’m 100% convinced the 5.45 round is better than 5.56 in FMJ.
I handled a Tavor a few times, tried the trigger and I didn’t like the way it handled or shouldered. I vividly remember hating the trigger. I did try the bullpup that Kel-Tec has - I actually prefer that one to the Tavor, still not a fan of bull-pups though.
Appreciate the response. If it works for you, that’s the all that matters. I do agree that shorter is better for CQC/CQB.
The Russian 7N6 spec ammo is very impressive and the newer 7N10 spec ammo is even more so.
Better in many respects than 5.56 x 45.
Their tungsten core AP is very effective as well. We do not have a comparable option.
Recoil impulse is virtually non existent
Years ago in the days running up to WOT we were testing with a developmental Alexander Arms M4 carbine in 5.45 x 39 and it was fairly amazing. Very accurate (Lothar Walther stainless match grade barrel w/ special chamber so no surprise there) and the ballistic performance was spectacular. Impressive accuracy for mil spec ball. Chronos were higher than M193 with a projectile comparable to M855. No recoil - only the sensation of the bolt cycling which was spooky.
Back to back testing with M4 with various military spec ammo gave some very interesting results. Thinking the Russians are very good at ammo development
Shooting wild hogs is a great training ground. Good for you.
I never woulda thought that 5.56 rounds fail to drop the enemy. Thanx.