The 5 Top 5.7x28 guns - They keep popping up!

Published on January 17, 2022
Duration: 17:38

This video from Military Arms Channel reviews five popular firearms chambered in 5.7x28mm, a caliber known for its moderate power and high capacity. The host, demonstrating high authority, compares the FN Five-seveN, FN P90/PS90, CMMG Banshee, Ruger-57, and Kel-Tec P50, discussing their unique features, ballistics, and market positioning. The review highlights the 5.7x28mm's evolution from a PDW round to a versatile civilian caliber.

Quick Summary

The top 5 firearms in 5.7x28mm include the FN Five-seveN, FN P90/PS90, CMMG Banshee, Ruger-57, and Kel-Tec P50. The 5.7x28mm is a moderate-powered handgun cartridge, distinct from rifle rounds like 5.56x45mm, offering high capacity and manageable recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to 5.7x28mm
  2. 01:44FN Five-seveN Pistol
  3. 03:51FN P90 and PS90
  4. 05:525.7x28mm Ballistics and Ammunition
  5. 08:44CMMG Banshee
  6. 11:09Ruger-57 Pistol
  7. 13:45Kel-Tec P50

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top 5 firearms chambered in 5.7x28mm?

The video highlights the FN Five-seveN pistol, the FN P90 submachine gun (and civilian PS90), the AR-15-style CMMG Banshee, the Ruger-57 pistol, and the high-capacity Kel-Tec P50 handgun as the top firearms in 5.7x28mm.

How does the 5.7x28mm cartridge compare to 5.56x45mm?

While sharing a similar bullet diameter, 5.7x28mm is a moderate-powered handgun cartridge producing under 400 ft-lbs of energy. In contrast, 5.56x45mm is an intermediate rifle cartridge with around 1,300 ft-lbs of energy.

What is the significance of the FN Five-seveN?

The FN Five-seveN was the first firearm chambered in 5.7x28mm to be widely available on the US civilian market around 2004. It's known for its high capacity (20 rounds) and lightweight polymer construction.

Which 5.7x28mm firearm offers the highest capacity?

The Kel-Tec P50 stands out with its ability to accept 50-round P90 magazines, offering the highest capacity among the handguns reviewed. The civilian FN PS90 also features a 50-round magazine.

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