Mud Test: X95 Tavor

Published on March 21, 2017
Duration: 8:24

The InRangeTV mud test reveals significant reliability issues with the IWI X95 Tavor when exposed to mud. Open slots in the receiver allow debris to easily enter the action, causing frequent failures to eject and double feeds. Clearing these malfunctions in the field proved difficult, requiring techniques like 'mortaring' the weapon.

Quick Summary

The IWI X95 Tavor failed InRangeTV's mud test due to significant reliability issues. Mud easily entered the action through open receiver slots, causing frequent failures to eject and double feeds. Clearing these malfunctions required aggressive techniques like 'mortaring' the rifle.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: IWI X95 Tavor Overview
  2. 00:53Mud Application Process
  3. 01:41Initial Malfunctions & Jams
  4. 03:15Clearing the Action: Mortaring Technique
  5. 04:29Secondary Testing & Recurring Failures
  6. 06:32Final Assessment: Mud Test Failure

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the IWI X95 Tavor pass the mud test conducted by InRangeTV?

No, the IWI X95 Tavor failed the mud test. The open slots in the receiver allowed mud to easily enter the action, causing critical reliability issues like failures to eject and double feeds that were difficult to clear.

What were the main failure points of the X95 Tavor during the mud test?

The primary failure points were the open slots in the receiver, particularly the charging handle slot, which allowed mud to ingress into the action. This led to immediate failures to eject (stovepipes) and difficulty clearing jams.

How did Karl Kasarda clear malfunctions on the mud-covered X95 Tavor?

Clearing the malfunctions often required aggressive techniques. Karl Kasarda had to resort to 'mortaring' the weapon—slamming the buttstock on the ground—to cycle the bolt and manually work the action multiple times to remove mud.

What is the significance of the X95 Tavor's performance in the mud test?

The test highlights a potential vulnerability in the X95 Tavor's design regarding reliability in extremely dirty conditions. The ease with which mud enters the action and causes stoppages raises concerns for field use in adverse environments.

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