Springfield Armory's SAINT 5.56 takes on "Popperpalooza"

Published on November 1, 2016
Duration: 3:44

This event, dubbed 'Popperpalooza,' featured Rob Leatham of Team Springfield engaging 100 steel poppers with a Springfield Armory SAINT 5.56mm rifle. Utilizing Federal frangible ammunition, Leatham successfully cleared all targets in 66.23 seconds, demonstrating rapid target transitions and multiple magazine reloads. The drill highlights the reliability of the SAINT rifle under demanding, high-volume shooting conditions.

Quick Summary

Rob Leatham completed the 'Popperpalooza' challenge, engaging 100 steel poppers with a Springfield Armory SAINT 5.56mm rifle in 66.23 seconds. The event utilized Federal frangible ammunition and highlighted the rifle's reliability during rapid fire and multiple reloads.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Range Setup and Challenge Introduction
  2. 00:31Introducing Rob Leatham and The Saint Rifle
  3. 00:46Ammunition Choice and Challenge Overview
  4. 01:04Shooting Strategy and Setup
  5. 01:34Shooting Performance and Reloads
  6. 02:44Results and Reflection

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the 'Popperpalooza' challenge?

Popperpalooza was an event where shooter Rob Leatham engaged 100 steel action target poppers arranged on a desert range using a Springfield Armory SAINT 5.56mm rifle. The goal was to clear all targets as quickly as possible.

What rifle was used in the 'Popperpalooza' challenge?

The Springfield Armory SAINT AR-15 rifle chambered in 5.56mm was used for the 'Popperpalooza' challenge. It was equipped with a red dot optic.

What ammunition was recommended for the steel targets?

Federal frangible ammunition was used during the 'Popperpalooza' challenge. This type of ammunition is recommended for steel targets to prevent dangerous splatter and ricochets.

What was Rob Leatham's time for the 'Popperpalooza' challenge?

Rob Leatham successfully completed the 'Popperpalooza' challenge in an official time of 66.23 seconds, engaging all 100 steel targets.

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