With all the newer more powerful cartridges out there based off the .223/5.56 and the .308 cases for the AR platforms it just makes for a perfect platform for multiple hog hunts. You get the versatility that the AR allows for and if you get a quality rig you will have outstanding accuracy. Not to mention the .223 aint bad at all for predator hunting and a quality built AR is about the best semi on the market as far as accuracy goes. As with any other type rifle there are makers out there that are sub standard cheap knockoffs so do your research when in the market for one.