Rollermag RM-30 Test

Published on August 17, 2015
Duration: 30:02

This video details an extreme torture test of the RollerMag RM30 AR-15 magazine, comparing it against a standard PMAG. Tests include vehicle drive-overs, high drops, smashing against walls, and submersion in dirt and sand. The RM30 experienced a broken internal spring after being driven over and its feed lips cracked after being smashed against a wall, significantly impacting its performance. While the RM30 showed some resilience, its performance degraded substantially under extreme conditions, particularly when contaminated with dirt and debris.

Quick Summary

The RollerMag RM30 AR-15 magazine underwent extreme torture tests, including vehicle drive-overs, drops, and dirt contamination, compared to a PMAG. The RM30's internal spring broke after being driven over, and its feed lips cracked after being smashed, severely impacting its reliability, especially when contaminated with debris.

Chapters

  1. 00:12Introduction: RollerMag RM30 Test
  2. 00:58Baseline Test: PMAG vs RM30
  3. 01:20Vehicle Drive-Over Test
  4. 03:09Post Drive-Over Inspection
  5. 05:04Loading After Drive-Over Test
  6. 05:54Drop Test: PMAG vs RM30
  7. 07:19Function Test: RM30 with Broken Spring
  8. 08:38Smashing Tests
  9. 10:58Dirt and Sand Contamination Test Setup
  10. 13:59Testing Dirt-Filled PMAG
  11. 15:18Testing Dirt-Filled RM30
  12. 16:37Live Fire: Dirt-Filled PMAG
  13. 19:11Cleaning and Testing Clean PMAG
  14. 20:16Retrieving and Testing Dirty RM30
  15. 22:20Reassembling RM30 After Dirt Test
  16. 23:30Experimentation: RM30 with Less Dirt
  17. 25:11Final RM30 Test
  18. 26:22Conclusion and Opinion
  19. 28:05Giveaway Announcement

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the RollerMag RM30 perform in extreme torture tests compared to a PMAG?

In extreme tests like vehicle drive-overs, drops, and dirt contamination, the RollerMag RM30 showed significant degradation. Its internal spring broke after being driven over, and its feed lips cracked after being smashed, impacting round retention. While it still fed some rounds with a broken spring, its performance was notably worse than the PMAG under similar harsh conditions.

What were the key failure points observed in the RollerMag RM30 during testing?

The primary failure points for the RollerMag RM30 were a broken internal spring after a drive-over test and cracked feed lips after a smashing test. These issues significantly affected its ability to retain rounds and feed them reliably, especially when contaminated with dirt and sand.

Did the rollers on the RollerMag RM30 provide any advantage during the dirt and sand contamination test?

During the dirt and sand contamination test, the rollers on the RollerMag RM30 did not appear to provide an advantage. The magazine had difficulty loading rounds and experienced jams, suggesting that the rollers might not be beneficial and could potentially be hindered by debris.

What was the outcome of the dirt and sand contamination test for the PMAG?

When filled with dirt and sand, the PMAG jammed after approximately 18 rounds were fired in a Sig 516 rifle. This resulted in a split casing at the neck of one round. However, after cleaning, the PMAG functioned reliably again.

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