How effective would this be on a 223 platform (ar15) without the lead weights?
1560227
according to my son it should be fine. He has done it and the 223 has a low enough recoil where the weights are not necessary.
1560228
It is heavy without the weights. I sighted in my .308 without weights and it did a very good job, I was impressed. Probably need to reset between shots more without weights, but would work fine with your ar15. I have purchased weights for it but don't know how necessary it was. It was really stable without weights.
1560229
I don't know, but I can tell you that it is made from heavy gauge material, so it does have some built in mass. I am using recycled shotgun lead. It is cheap.
1943451
I doubt it it's just not heavy enough I've had the targets bounce back around with high power airgun a rimfire would most likely damage the targets or even punch holes in them you could try .22 short or CB but any more I'm quite sure would damage it
2123950
I have two of these. One on my 300 Blackout and one on my Daniel Defense .223. No problem with holding zero on either gun.
1180384
This is a fairly strong mount. But a .308 kicks a good deal more than a 223. You are probably good to use it, but I better it is worth spending a little more to be sure.
1408508
Yes if you weight it down. I use two 25 lb bags of lead shot, the recoil is barely noticeable from my 30-06 to my shoulder. The muzzle will still jump when fired which causes you to readjust your sights on target, but recoil is significantly reduced
402228
Seems to be fine for me. I used it on an AR-15. They don't have much recoil. I might not use it with any larger caliber rifle.
2144291
I have it mounted under all my semi auto hand guns and pictanny rail assault rifles they are recoil resistant thus far no problems. Very bride at 150 lumens!!
1969580
This base was designed for use on an AR platform and specifically for the Nikon M-223 scope. Having said that, I have one mounted on a Colt AR chambered in .223 with a Simmons scope. It is a solid mount and should be able to take the heat from a larger caliber. Looking at the one I have, it is as strong a looking mount as some of the $200+ mounts I have seen. I like mine. If your base will hold, this should stay put with it.
1169608
I have only used 55grain fmbt so I can't say what you would do with heavier bullets. I think it's safe to say you would see slower bullet speeds hence more drop at any given yardage.
2284181
Hey brother. I'm not too sure if it will withstand the recoil of the .223/5.56. I have an MP 15-22. I returned this optic and bought the TRS 25 red dot with the UTG medium riser. It cowitnesses perfectly with the Magpul BUIS. This a great combo that's effective and very cost effective too. Spend a little extra cash if you can. Don't look to this Leapers sight.
1829267
In an ar 15 its fine in, my mossberg 30-30 50 rnds still holds zero so im sure 7.62x39 will be ok☺
109841
I put it on a DPMS AR-15 in 5.56 cal. Holds zero perfectly so far (about 1000 rounds)
1481961
I have used it to sight by 30-30, 30-06 and 270 and see no reason that it would not work well for a shot gun if you are using your shot gun with slugs where you would need more accurate sighting than if you are using shot shells. I have used it completely without additional weights and have been very satisfied especially considering the price.
2283437
Humm, well I haven't been reloading in a while now but when I did I tumbled around 100 to 150 .223 Remington each time with the tumbler about half full of Lyman Turbo Tumbler corncob green #7631394 Media. And I let it run 2 to 5 hrs. Brass came out real nice. So whatever that weights it works fine.
1982008
I have only used this with 5.56 using the stakes. I could only guess if it would work alright without them. Just guessing that it may move a bit without the stakes in.
1482943
I'm thinking it probably will hold just fine for a AK round. But, I wouldn't bet so on a higher recoil cartridge. It's holding up rather well on my AR pieces (rifle / pistol). Hadn't had to re-zero as of yet. The sight is a good value for the dollar when a EoTech 512 is not in the budget.
1281932
Marvin I have not used .223 in mine only 30-30 and they are very secure. I have owned an AR15 in the past and I am familiar with the ammunition and I think this Allen product would work. Hope this helped you.