B and T APC308 PRO availability

[Valore-Dave]

I saw in a few videos from Shot Show this year that the B&T APC308 along with the 223will be getting an upgrade to the PRO designation (NRC among other quality of life modifications). B&T said themselves to expect this upgrade in Q2 2022. As Wolverine Supplies is a leader in importing B&T firearms, is there any indication of when Canadian buyers might see this upgraded model?

[username=null]

i think those require separate FRT, i hope im wrong, otherwise it would be just like the apc9k pro

also Q2 2022 is really a mystery number, even BT USA doesnt and many big name US bt dealers dont have a concrete timeline of when to expect the pro versions

imho the pro versions kinda not a huge deal, the NRCH requires the use of a cartridge in a bolt cut out to use as a pseudo in lieu of means of forward assist

the only good thing is the free floating barrel, but the apc is already a sub moa rifle with good ammo

one last thing, if you look through BT USA catalogue(page22), you will see APC65 on their APC308 page, implying a 6.5cm version of the APC308, this i do believe require an extra FRT in the RCMP lab, but thats another 2 years at minimal given Q2 is the actual release date

[username=null]

https://bt-usa.com/catalog/
heres the catalog, as you can see its a mess with unfilled description space and inaccurate pictures, also no mention of the pro series on their website at all, this whole pro treatment thing is screaming sus to me right now

[Valore-Dave]

Excellent response, thanks for your thoughtful input! I agree it is not a radical departure from the non-pro versions, might not make alot of sense to wait around if it will be another FRT as you are correct it is a tac driver already

[Bartok5]

With its aluminum Lower Receiver, the APC308 already accepts the user's choice of AR Pistol Grip. Once you install a spring-loaded, Folding Charging Handle, the non-reciprocatng aspect of the Pro becomes pretty much moot. And as others have already pointed out, the 308 is already sub-MOA with match loads it likes.

I personally don't see the point of waiting for the Pro version of the APC308. Why unnecessarily put off having fun?

Unfortunately, even the standard APC308s are like hen's teeth. They sell out just as quickly as they come in.... for good reason!

[Valore-Dave]

I tend to agree, just not alot of added features or benefits to justify the wait as it stands currently. Non-restricted 308 DMR's are hard to come by these days, certainly pay to play in that regard but boy are they beautifully made rifles

[Valore-Dave]

That is the sexiest thing I have ever seen

[username=null]

they finally did away with the wolverine supplies logo on the side? thank god

[Rich LPS]

Examined the 5.56mm PRO at Shot Show this year. I my opinion it was a fantastic upgrade over the current models. The barrel weight was just right, a nice medium.
Free floated and came standard with a very good adjustable stock with an adjustable cheek piece. Weight was good, it was my favorite rifle at the show.

Rich

[Valore-Dave]

Appreciate your input! I agree, a free floating barrel and its weight means it will be pretty advantageous. I didn't know the barrel was free floating aside from the hand guard. Awesome!