Hydra Weaponry has announced the launch of the Hydra Survival Package, a kit that combines four popular chamberings into a single, versatile system with case. MSRP $3500 to $3,640.
The Hydra Survival Package includes:
- Hydra Rifle 9mm: Utilizes your choice of Colt Style 9mm SMG or MP5 magazines.
- Hydra 5.56 Conversion Kit: Features a 16-inch 5.56 barrel, complete Hydra Modified Bolt Carrier Group, Hydra D-Fender D-Ring for enhanced reliability, and an AR Mag Well.
- Hydra 7.62×39 Conversion Kit: Comes with a 16-inch 7.62×39 barrel, Hydra Enhanced 7.62×39 Bolt and Firing Pin (EAK) installed in the Hydra Modified Bolt Carrier, Hydra D-Fender D-Ring for enhanced reliability, and an AK47 Mag Well.
- 300 Blackout Barrel Assembly: A complete 16-inch 300 Blackout Barrel assembly, ready for immediate use.
All magazines for each caliber are included in this comprehensive package, ensuring you have everything you need right out of the box.
Each component of the Hydra Survival Package is test-fired before packaging. The rifle is equipped with full-length and carbine-length rails and is compatible with M-Lok, Keymod, and Picatinny rail inserts for maximum customization.
Weighing 20 pounds and measuring 30x15x5 inches, the provided tactical case carries all the components and is designed for portability and durability.
An FFL (Federal Firearms License) is necessary for purchase. All federal and state rules apply. California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York residents must select state-compliant options.
Now that I’ve caught my breath after reading that MSRP, I’ll try to put my bewilderment down in practical terms – but first: 7.62×39 AND .300 Blackout? Why? Seems duplicative. Moreover, 9mm? Is it just because 9mm ammo is available? Because if this is a “bugout” solution, it’s missing .22 caliber for small game.
Allow me to submit testimony on my own “Hydra-headed” kit: a 5.56 complete AR, that I added a folding stock and scope/laser combo to; a Bear Creek 7.62×39 upper; a CMMG .22lr chamber insert with 3 magazines; a spare lower receiver; and an ATI Alpha Maxx 410 Gauge upper.
3 uppers and an insert, giving me .22 – .410 calibers; rimfire, smallbore (.223) and midbore (.30) centerfire, and shotgun, and a spare lower to boot. QD Pic Rail scope to switch between uppers, miscellany (bipod, sling, pop-up sights, extra mags, etc.) Total out of pocket for the works: $1,417.69. That’s an (arguably) more versatile combination than the above, leaving me $2,000 to spend on the case (!) And if you MUST have 9mm, add another $320 for a PSA 9mm upper designed for an AR-15 lower – and you are still near $2,000 in savings.
I applaud the notion of a do-everything combo, and since the AR platform is America’s LEGO gun, it’s only reasonable to take advantage of its versatile configurability in this way, showing a major reason why it is as popular as it has become – for example, invest in one premium trigger and it applies across all calibers and configurations.
But you certainly don’t have to spend high-altitude dollars to do so – and I felt that a little perspective in that regard might be helpful to readers considering such a step.