Best AK Ammo to Store Up: Testing Reveals Fails

Published on March 15, 2016
Duration: 31:59

This video details a comprehensive test of various 7.62x39mm ammunition loads fired from a modified SGL21 AK-47 in a high desert environment. Instructor Nutnfancy provides detailed analysis of accuracy and velocity data, identifying top performers like Hornady SST, Golden Bear, and Wolf for storage, while flagging Fiocchi and others as poor performers. The testing methodology emphasizes practical application and data-driven recommendations for AK-47 owners.

Quick Summary

For long-term storage of 7.62x39mm ammunition, Nutnfancy recommends Golden Bear, Wolf, and Hornady SST based on his AK-47 testing. These loads demonstrated superior accuracy and consistent velocities, unlike Fiocchi and Red Army Standard which showed significant performance failures.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Rifle Setup
  2. 02:10Ammunition Lineup & Environment
  3. 03:13Testing Methodology: Accuracy & Velocity
  4. 05:01Shooting & Chronograph Data Collection
  5. 16:49Results Analysis: Top Performing Ammo
  6. 18:26Results Analysis: Ammunition Fails
  7. 20:11Final Recommendations for Storage

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best 7.62x39mm ammunition brands for long-term storage based on Nutnfancy's testing?

Based on Nutnfancy's tests, Golden Bear, Wolf, and Hornady SST are recommended for long-term storage due to their consistent accuracy and reliable velocities. These loads performed well in the 7.62x39mm AK-47 test.

Which 7.62x39mm ammunition failed during Nutnfancy's AK-47 performance test?

Fiocchi 124gr ammunition was identified as a major failure, exhibiting very low velocity (around 1930 fps) and poor accuracy. Red Army Standard and Metak M67 also performed poorly in group size.

What was the testing methodology used to evaluate the 7.62x39mm ammunition?

The test involved shooting 5-round groups at exactly 100 yards from a modified SGL21 AK-47. Muzzle velocities were recorded using a ProChrono Digital chronograph to determine average velocity, extreme spread, and standard deviation for each load.

How did the Magpul TNP-modified SGL21 AK-47 perform during the ammunition test?

The SGL21 AK-47, equipped with a Leupold VXR scope and ALG trigger, was capable of 1-2 MOA accuracy with quality loads. However, its stamped receiver and thin barrel could lead to group dispersion as the barrel heated up.

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