AK47 vs AR15 | mud reliability test

Published on January 30, 2022
Duration: 26:13

This video details a rigorous mud reliability test comparing an AK-47 variant (Zastava M70 B1) and an AR-15 (Windham Weaponry). Conducted by Polenar Tactical, the test involves contaminating magazines and actions with sand, dirt, and mud to assess performance under extreme conditions. The expert host, demonstrating high authority, concludes that while both platforms can fail, the AK-47 generally exhibits superior debris-clearing capabilities due to its design.

Quick Summary

Polenar Tactical's expert mud reliability test showed the AK-47 (Zastava M70 B1) fired 80/90 rounds, outperforming the AR-15 (Windham Weaponry) which fired 66/90. The AK's design proved slightly better at clearing mud and debris, though both experienced malfunctions under extreme conditions.

Chapters

  1. 00:18Introduction to Mud Testing
  2. 01:25Critique of Previous Testing Methods
  3. 04:18Test Rifle Specifications
  4. 05:40Testing Protocol
  5. 07:32Sandy Mud Testing (Round 4)
  6. 09:13Increased Mud Intensity (Round 5)
  7. 12:24Submerged Magazine Test (Round 9)
  8. 13:53Final Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the AK-47 and AR-15 perform in a mud reliability test?

In a mud reliability test by Polenar Tactical, the AK-47 variant (Zastava M70 B1) fired 80/90 rounds, while the AR-15 (Windham Weaponry) fired 66/90. The AK-47 generally cleared debris better due to its design, though both platforms experienced malfunctions.

What specific rifles were compared in the mud test?

The mud reliability test featured a Zastava M70 B1, a Yugoslavian-made AK-47 variant from 1984 converted to semi-automatic, and a Windham Weaponry AR-15 with a 10.5-inch barrel.

What was the testing protocol for the mud reliability test?

Magazines were submerged in sand/dirt and mud mixtures, shaken, loaded into the rifles, and then fired. Water was added to create mud, and the intensity was increased throughout the test.

Which rifle is generally considered more reliable in adverse conditions like mud?

Based on this specific test, the AK-47 platform demonstrated slightly superior reliability in heavy mud conditions compared to the AR-15. Its open design and gas system characteristics allowed it to cycle debris more effectively, although both rifles eventually failed under extreme contamination.

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