Switch Up The Mags And 1 Still Works!

Published on June 10, 2024
Duration: 0:55

This video tests the magazine compatibility between a Glock 43X and a Springfield Hellcat Pro. While both magazines physically fit into the opposing firearm, live fire tests revealed reliability issues. The Hellcat Pro failed to cycle with the Glock magazine, and the Glock 43X required manual pressure on the magazine to function with the Hellcat Pro magazine.

Quick Summary

Testing magazine compatibility between the Glock 43X and Springfield Hellcat Pro revealed that while they physically fit, they do not reliably interchange. The Hellcat Pro malfunctioned with a Glock mag, and the Glock required manual pressure with a Hellcat mag to function.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Viewer Question: Mag Interchangeability
  2. 00:05Magazine Fitment Test: Glock vs Hellcat
  3. 00:22Live Fire: Glock Mag in Hellcat Pro (Malfunction)
  4. 00:36Live Fire: Hellcat Mag in Glock 43X (With Manual Assist)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Glock 43X magazines be used in a Springfield Hellcat Pro?

While a Glock 43X magazine may physically fit into the magazine well of a Springfield Hellcat Pro, live fire testing revealed it caused a malfunction, preventing the firearm from cycling properly. It is not recommended for reliable use.

Will Springfield Hellcat Pro magazines work in a Glock 43X?

A Springfield Hellcat Pro magazine can fit into a Glock 43X, but it doesn't function reliably without assistance. The Glock 43X required manual upward pressure on the magazine to successfully cycle and fire a round.

Is magazine interchangeability reliable between different firearm models?

No, magazine interchangeability is not always reliable even if magazines physically fit. Factors like feed angle, follower design, and internal dimensions can cause malfunctions, as demonstrated with the Glock 43X and Hellcat Pro.

What are the key differences between the Glock 43X and Hellcat Pro?

The Glock 43X is a 9mm pistol typically holding 10 rounds, with a 3.41-inch barrel. The Springfield Hellcat Pro, also 9mm, offers higher capacity (15 rounds) and a slightly longer 3.7-inch barrel, weighing a bit more.

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