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Aero Precision announced the addition of 8.6 Blackout to their Solus line at SHOT Show 2024. Specifically, the 8.6 Blackout will be offered in the Solus both as complete rifles and as barrels. We will see the 8.6 Blackout with its now famous 1:3 twist in 8″, 12″, and 16″ lengths.
With this new caliber addition, Aero Precision is building upon the proven foundation of the standard Solus action that was introduced just over a year ago.
The recent addition of 8.6 Blackout barrels (made by Ballistic Advantage) are being offered in response to a growing demand, showcasing Aero Precision’s commitment to practical innovation and willingness to listen to their customers.
Action/Chassis Features:
- Remington 700 Short Action Footprint
- 60-degree bolt throw
- Integral 20 MOA top rail
- 3-lug interchangeable bolt head
- Dual ejectors
- “Cock on lift” bolt design
- Compatibility with AICS and AIAIW magazines
- Adjustable magazine catch
- Adjustable thumb rest
- Compatibility with tangless AR15 pistol grips
- Arca and M-LOK compatible forend with M-LOK slots at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock positions
- 11 QD sling sockets
- Fully adjustable stock
- Adjustable cant recoil pad
- Included Bag Rider
- Compatible with optional night vision bridge and bipod spigot
Includes:
- Triggertech single-stage trigger
- Solus Competition Chassis
- Magpul PMAG 10-round 7.62 AC – AICS Short Action
At Industry Day at the Range during SHOT Show 2024, I had the opportunity to shoot the Solus 8.6 Blackout with an 8″ barrel. The rifle was outfitted with the 7.5″ Solus Chassis, a Silencer Central Banish 46 suppressor, and an Aimpoint red dot.
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This rifle easily put a smile on my face, being quiet and hitting the steel like a bus. The ammunition used was Discreet Ballistics 300 grain FMJ, NOT the Hornady Subsonic that is incidentally pictured in some of my photos.
The anticipated price for the complete SBR in this configuration is approximately $1,700, subject to change. Aero Precision’s Solus 8.6 Blackout rifle stands as a testament to practical design, offering shooters a reliable and customizable tool for both precision shooting scenarios and close-range, subsonic shooting.
Learn more about Aero Precision’s Solus and all of its chamberings here.
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