In this episode, we break down one of the most anticipated rifle platforms to come out of Q: the BoomBox — a compact, gas-operated powerhouse chambered in 8.6 Blackout. Built as the spiritual and ballistic successor to the Honey Badger, the BoomBox is a bigger, badder evolution designed to bring serious terminal performance in a lightweight, sub-300-meter package.We cover:How the BoomBox expands on the Honey Badger platform with more power, better modularity, and next-gen design choicesWhy the 1:3 twist barrel makes a huge difference for subsonic expansion and close-range devastationThe role of the 8.6 Blackout cartridge, and how it's shaping up to be what .300 Blackout was to 5.56—only for .308-sized platformsKey design innovations: Q-Sert handguard, simplified bolt and buffer system, proprietary charging handle, and yes — “Literally The Best Trigger Ever Made”Reliability with both subsonic and supersonic ammo, and what that means for shooters who demand flexibilitySerious terminal effects in gel testing — but also the over-penetration concerns that come with a round this potentWe also look at the practical side:The weight and size advantages despite being an AR-10 platformBarrel interchangeability with no need for a viseModularity that includes planned variants like integrally suppressed models and shorter barrelsThe steep price tag (over $3,000), and whether Q’s rumored cost-effective version could open the door to a broader audienceThis isn’t just another AR. The BoomBox is Q’s attempt to kill the Honey Badger — with science, and it might just succeed.Whether you're a Q fan, a caliber nerd, or just curious what happens when 8.6 Blackout meets modern rifle engineering, this is a must-listen.
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