How Fast Can I Mag Dump My Guns?

Published on August 31, 2025
Duration: 1:44

This video tests the 'mag dump' speed of various firearms, from revolvers to a .50 BMG rifle. A semi-auto pistol achieved the fastest dump at 1.3 seconds, while an AR-15 took 6.25 seconds. The host emphasizes that rapid trigger pulls are crucial for speed, and even a single-shot .50 BMG can be considered the 'fastest dump' in its own context.

Quick Summary

The fastest 'mag dump' technically belongs to the bolt-action Big Kahuna Raptor 50 (.50 BMG), as it fires its single round almost instantaneously. Among repeating firearms, the semi-auto GForce Arms Chronicle pistol was the fastest, completing its 5-6 round dump in 1.3 seconds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Revolver Mag Dump Speed
  2. 00:22Semi-Auto Pistol Mag Dump Speed
  3. 00:30AR-15 Mag Dump Speed Test
  4. 00:50Suppressed Lever Action Mag Dump
  5. 01:19.50 BMG 'Mag Dump' Explained

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fastest firearm tested for a 'mag dump' in the video?

The fastest 'mag dump' technically belongs to the bolt-action Big Kahuna Raptor 50 (.50 BMG), as it fires its single round almost instantaneously. Among repeating firearms, the semi-auto GForce Arms Chronicle pistol was the fastest, completing its 5-6 round dump in 1.3 seconds.

How long did it take to mag dump the AR-15 in the test?

The host mag dumped a CMMG Dissent AR-15 using a 22-round magazine of .223 ammunition. The entire magazine was emptied in 6.25 seconds, demonstrating the importance of rapid trigger pulls for speed on this platform.

What was the mag dump time for the revolver tested?

The Iron Monkey Rifle Works engraved revolver, holding six shots, completed its mag dump in 2.1 seconds. While not perfectly accurate, this demonstrated the speed achievable with a double-action revolver.

What factors influence the speed of a mag dump?

The primary factor influencing mag dump speed is the firearm's action type and the shooter's ability to perform rapid, successive trigger pulls. Semi-automatic platforms generally allow for faster dumps than revolvers or bolt-action firearms, assuming sufficient magazine capacity.

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