Anderson Meltdown!

Published on October 18, 2019
Duration: 12:21

This video details the Iraqveteran8888 "meltdown test" on an Anderson Manufacturing AR-15 upper receiver. The test subjected the budget-friendly firearm to extreme full-auto fire until failure, which occurred after approximately 640 rounds due to an out-of-battery discharge and cook-off. Despite the failure, several components, including the bolt carrier group and gas port, showed surprising resilience.

Quick Summary

The Anderson AR-15 upper receiver failed after approximately 640 rounds during a full-auto meltdown test due to an out-of-battery discharge and cook-off. Despite the failure, the gas port showed no erosion and the bolt carrier group remained functional, though the gas tube was deformed.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Anderson Meltdown Test
  2. 01:00Anderson Upper Technical Specs
  3. 03:00Meltdown Test Begins: Full Auto Fire
  4. 06:13Weapon Failure Point Analysis
  5. 06:44Post-Test Component Inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rounds did the Anderson AR-15 upper withstand in the meltdown test?

The Anderson AR-15 upper receiver assembly failed after approximately 640 rounds during the full-auto meltdown test conducted by Iraqveteran8888. The test pushed the budget firearm to its limits to assess its durability.

What caused the Anderson AR-15 to fail during the meltdown test?

The Anderson AR-15 failed due to an out-of-battery discharge combined with a cook-off. This resulted in a fire-formed brass case that became stuck in the chamber, rendering the firearm inoperable.

Which components of the Anderson AR-15 showed significant damage after the meltdown test?

After the test, the charging handle tip showed discoloration, and the gas tube was severely deformed. However, surprisingly, the gas port itself did not erode, and the bolt carrier group remained functional.

Is the Anderson AR-15 suitable for high-stress situations based on the meltdown test?

The meltdown test indicates that while Anderson components might survive moderate use, they are not designed for sustained, high-stress full-auto fire like premium or mil-spec parts. It highlights the trade-offs in budget firearms.

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