High-Velocity Handgun: Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7

Published on November 1, 2023
Duration: 3:03

The Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7 is a new handgun chambered in 5.7x28mm, designed to handle the cartridge's high velocity and pressure. It features an optics-ready, threaded barrel, a 22-round capacity, and a lightweight design. The pistol utilizes S&W's Tempo barrel system, a two-part barrel with a delayed lockup mechanism to manage pressure and ensure smooth operation.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7 is engineered for the high-velocity 5.7x28mm cartridge, featuring a unique Tempo barrel system with a delayed lockup to manage pressure. It boasts a 22-round capacity, optics-ready and threaded barrel, lightweight design, and a flat-face trigger for an enjoyable shooting experience.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Introduction to 5.7x28mm Handguns
  2. 00:15Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7 Showcase
  3. 00:38M&P Line Expansion with 5.7
  4. 00:48Modern Pistol Features
  5. 00:59Optics Ready and Threaded Barrel
  6. 01:07Impressive 22-Round Capacity
  7. 01:11Lightweight and Easy to Carry Design
  8. 01:15Flat Face Trigger and Reversible Magazine Release
  9. 01:20Solid Iron Sights
  10. 01:305.7 Cartridge Velocity and Pressure
  11. 01:47Recoil Management with Light Bullets
  12. 01:53Manufacturer Innovations for High Pressure Rounds
  13. 02:02Smith & Wesson's Tempo Barrel System
  14. 02:06Tempo Barrel: Two-Part and Delayed Lockup
  15. 02:11How Tempo Barrel Manages Pressure
  16. 02:33Pleasant Shooting Experience
  17. 02:36Smith & Wesson's Innovation History
  18. 02:40M&P 5.7 MSRP and Availability
  19. 02:47Where to Learn More

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7 designed to handle?

The Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7 is specifically designed to handle the 5.7x28mm cartridge, which is known for its high velocities and the significant pressure it generates. The firearm incorporates features to manage this effectively.

What is the Tempo Barrel System in the M&P 5.7?

The Tempo Barrel System is a two-part barrel with a delayed lockup mechanism. It's engineered to manage the high pressure of the 5.7x28mm round by slowing down the cycling operation and allowing more gas to escape the barrel.

What are the key features of the Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7?

Key features include an optics-ready slide, a threaded barrel for suppressors, a 22-round magazine capacity, a lightweight design (26.7 oz), a flat-face trigger, and a reversible magazine release. It also comes with solid iron sights.

How does the M&P 5.7 manage recoil from high-velocity rounds?

While the 5.7x28mm cartridge has high velocities, the bullets are typically very light. This, combined with the firearm's design and the Tempo barrel system's pressure management, results in a very pleasant and manageable shooting experience with relatively light recoil.

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