anybody got an ar10 in 6.5-284

[C Ward]

Your words ,

"as far as gas pressures for proper operation of the bolt, my first ar10 in factory configuration went back to armalite 2 times for that exact problem, they worked the right direction on it, but never fixed it. i finally made the gas block adjustable and now it not only cycles properly"

that sounds like a gun that doesn't run to me .

The answers you were given were exactly what you asked for , " i am trying to find out as much as i can about reliability, magazine issues and the like. i know it can be done, that they exist, i just dont want to build one and then find out that they have some kind of little quirk. " and when they didn't agree with what you thought you got defensive .

Comparing AR10's to AR15's is apples and oranges what works with one doesn't always transfer to the other system because of the exponentialy heavier bolt carrier on the 10's . Comparing a 9mm AR15 is also way out of the ballpark as it has a totally differant operating system than either rifle , being a straight blow back design .

Like I all ready said you got this figured out have fun with it .

[m*o*a]

WOW! Not trying to get in on the arguing, so I will just post my opinion. The AR10 is a great platform, but for a coyote gun, it is a little heavy. Personally when I go to my spot to call some song dogs, it can be a long way, and want lighter weight. I would, and do use a 6.5 Grendel, or 6.8 x 43 in an AR15 platform.

There is alot of discussion on the internet as to which is a better cartridge, and have seen arguments for both sides. Myself I prefer the 6.5 Grendel as I like the ballistics and performance better. On that note, you had better reload if you go with that cartridge as factory ammo is scarce, but the componants are abundant.

The 6.8 x 43 (SPC & SPCII) is also a great cartridge with easier to find factory loaded ammo.

I have built both calibers in the AR15 platform for my customers, and all are extremely happy with the performance of what they choose.

Here are some pics of my 6.5 Gendel (OD green one w/scope) and some pics of a 6.8 x 43 I built (Black one)

Hope this helps and doesn't add more confusion in your search for a coyote gun.