8.6 Blackout – Custom Ammunition

Ammo Direct are now producing ammunition for 8.6 Blackout. This is the big brother to the 300 Blackout, firing a .338 projectile from a short, fast twist barrel at either subsonic or supersonic speeds.

We have a rifle for developing ammunition which uses a 14″ barrel and a 1 in 3″ twist, built by Hardy Rifle Engineering.

For now, brass is formed from other cases such as 6.5 Creedmoor. We can use a brand of your choice up to and including premium Lapua brass for this.

For supersonic hunting ammunition, we are currently using Cutting Edge and Barnes bullets. For subsonic target ammunition, Lapua Scenars and Sierra Matchkings. For subsonic hunting, Maker projectiles will be available in 2024.

Our standard offering is for match-grade subsonic target ammunition:

• Lapua small rifle primer case
• 300gr Lapua Scenar projectile
• Benchrest primer with ADI powder
• Suitable for bolt action rifles only

These are made to order at $9.99/round. Price for other combinations will vary, depending on the components requested.

For those looking to DIY, we can offer excellent quality Redding 8.6 Blackout dies, along with guidance on case forming and help with load data using ADI, Hodgdon, Alliant, and Vihtavuori powders.