Videos tagged with Environmental Testing

This video details a 125-day AR-15 torture test involving pond, salt water, ice, and burial exposures. Expert Scott from Kentucky Ballistics demonstrates the retrieval and firing of these heavily abused rifles. The results show surprising resilience, particularly from the frozen and salt water-exposed AR-15s, while mud and pond submersion presented the most significant cycling challenges.

This guide details a mud immersion test performed on a Colt AR15 SP1 Sporter, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda. The test involves applying thick mud to the rifle and firing it to assess reliability under extreme conditions. The video highlights the AR15's sealed design as a potential advantage in 'mud soup' scenarios compared to AK-pattern rifles.

This video from Let's Shoot It tests the reliability of steel-cased 9mm ammunition after prolonged exposure to saltwater. An experimental approach is used, submerging a TulAmmo 9mm round in saltwater via timelapse to observe corrosion. The corroded round is then loaded into a Taurus G3c pistol to determine if it will fire. The test reveals that despite a clear primer strike, the saltwater-damaged round results in a misfire, highlighting potential failure points for ammunition stored in adverse conditions.

This guide details an extreme cold weather reliability test for various pistols, including the Sig Sauer M18, Glock 17 Gen 3, S&W M&P 2.0, and Desert Eagle. The test involves drenching firearms in water and freezing them with dry ice to assess their functionality under sub-zero conditions. The expert analysis highlights that striker-fired pistols with hinged triggers generally perform better in such extreme environments compared to those with exposed hammers or external safeties.

This guide details a comprehensive torture test of the Barrett M82A1 .50 caliber rifle, simulating extreme conditions of water, mud, and sand. The test, conducted by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, includes baseline function checks, submersion, remote firing, and exposure to various elements. It highlights the rifle's durability while identifying sand as a critical weakness, emphasizing the importance of post-exposure cleaning and inspection.

This comprehensive review by Rob Ski of AK Operators Union pits the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AKV against the Kalashnikov USA (KUSA) KP9. Both 9mm AK-style pistols underwent rigorous 5,000-round durability and environmental stress testing, demonstrating high reliability. The comparison delves into critical differences in magazine compatibility and cost, operational features like LRBHO, internal design, furniture fitment, and value proposition, offering expert insights for potential buyers.

This guide outlines the procedure for conducting a firearm mud immersion test, as demonstrated by InRangeTV. It details the application of mud to various firearms, internal inspection, and cleaning. The video emphasizes practical reliability testing under extreme conditions, showcasing InRangeTV's high authority in firearms testing methodology.

This expert guide details the remediation process for a Steyr AUG that failed during a mud test, specifically addressing a jam caused by debris in the charging handle track. It outlines steps for clearing malfunctions in extreme conditions, emphasizing the importance of proper firearm handling and maintenance. The insights are derived from an objective assessment by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV.

This video details a dust test on the Beretta M92A1/M9, conducted by InRangeTV's Ian McCollum and Karl Kasarda. The test simulates harsh desert conditions using a leaf blower to blast the firearm with sand. It highlights the M9's susceptibility to dust ingress due to its open-slide design and magazine issues, particularly with USGI magazines, leading to significant malfunctions. The analysis provides expert insights into firearm reliability under environmental stress.

This review of the ATI Omni Hybrid P3P AR-15, priced at $350, details extensive testing including a 1,500-round endurance test, environmental contamination with mud and water, and stress tests. Despite its budget construction featuring polymer receivers with metal inserts and a plastic fire control group, the rifle demonstrated surprising durability, successfully clearing malfunctions like failures to extract via mortaring and continuing to function after being subjected to dirt and water. The review highlights its pinned gas block as a notable feature for its price point, recommending it for casual shooters seeking a low-cost, surprisingly resilient platform.

This comprehensive review details the 5,000-round endurance test of the Century VSKA AK rifle, conducted by Rob Ski of AK Operators Union. The test rigorously evaluated the rifle's performance across various conditions, including extreme cold and water submersion, with detailed inspections of internal components and barrel wear. The VSKA ultimately survived the test, though a rear sling bracket failed, highlighting the critical importance of consistent quality control from Century Arms.

This comprehensive 1,000-round review of the Palmetto State Armory GF3 AK-47 by Rob Ski of AK Operators Union provides critical insights into its performance as a budget-friendly option. Despite some minor cosmetic and functional quality control issues like canted sights and a weak rear leaf spring, the rifle demonstrated impressive reliability, functioning flawlessly through extensive environmental testing including water submersion and mud. The forged components (trunnion, bolt, carrier) held up well, and the rifle passed a post-test headspace check, indicating it's a solid performer for its price point.