The main reason some folks will like this is because it uses AK mags. The big problem with previous attempts at a 762x39 AR is mostly due to magazine issues related to the shape of the tapered cartridge. Because of the taper, mags have to be curved and with the common AR lower, the mag can’t be curved enough and still be able to be inserted into common AR mag wells.
On top of this, so much material has to be milled from a standard 556 bolt head to accommodate the x39 casehead that it causes premature bolt failure. That’s why cmmg went with the bolt that is used in 762x51 AR rifles.
Thanks for the info. I don’t work on the AR platform.
I don’t understand why anyone would pay that kind of money just to shoot the AK mag, especially when the Arsenal (which I think is overpriced) is cheaper but is a fantastic rifle.
You can shoot the 7.62x39mm accurately to 300m with a $600 C39. The trajectory of the round drops hard after that.
I build my own AKMs but only have a range to 100m.