With the correct ammo and within 100 yards, how does this compare to an AR-15. I want a firearm for mostly target shooting/plinking and home defense. Would the ammo(apples to apples) be comparible in price? Thank you guys!

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With the correct ammo and within 100 yards, how does this compare to an AR-15.  I want a firearm for mostly target shooting/plinking and home defense.  Would the ammo(apples to apples) be comparible in price?  Thank you guys!

James G. · Answer

Hi Ricky and welcome. A 10mm carbine would be excellent for all the purposes you list within a hundred yards. There will not be an apples-to-apples comparison between a pistol caliber carbine and rifle caliber due to superior ballistics of rifle caliber. The 10mm especially in a carbine is no slouch with a heavy fast bullet but it sheds velocity and therefore energy much faster than a rifle round. Cheers, stay safe and enjoy!

Ed C. · Answer

Hi Ricky, it would be great for plinking under 100 yrds & home defense.  The price of 10mm vs 5.56 is fairly clode, with 10mm being a few cents per round less expensive. 
Stay safe & have a great day!

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