The Chosen One? - M&P 2.0 1,000 Round BURNDOWN

Published on November 3, 2025
Duration: 16:02

This video details a 1,000-round burndown test of the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 Compact. The test focuses on extreme heat and continuous firing to assess reliability and durability. Key observations include the firearm's accuracy, a crisp trigger compared to competitors, and significant difficulty in loading magazines. A potential issue with a walking pin was noted towards the end of the test.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 Compact successfully completed a 1000-round burndown test without malfunctions. Its trigger was praised as crisp and superior to competitors like Glock and Hellcat. However, magazine loading was found to be difficult, and a pin showed signs of walking out near the end of the test.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: M&P 2.0 1000 Round Burndown
  2. 00:30Initial Firing and Accuracy Checks
  3. 01:40Getting the Gun Hot: First Shots
  4. 02:45Early Impressions: First Few Hundred Rounds
  5. 04:02Maintaining High Heat: Continuous Firing
  6. 05:13Magazine Loading Difficulty Noted
  7. 06:51Mud Test Avoidance
  8. 07:42Sights Holding Up Under Stress
  9. 09:17Anticipated Performance and Observations
  10. 10:34Approaching 1000 Rounds: Gun and Shooter Fatigue
  11. 11:26Reliability Check: No Malfunctions So Far
  12. 12:14Potential Pin Issue Observed
  13. 13:05Final 100 Rounds: Monitoring the Pin
  14. 14:22Last Magazine and Test Conclusion
  15. 14:41Target Review and Accuracy Assessment
  16. 15:16Post-Test Debrief and Next Steps

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the key findings of the 1000-round burndown test on the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 Compact?

The M&P 2.0 Compact performed reliably for 1000 rounds without malfunctions. Its trigger was noted as crisp and superior to competitors. However, magazine loading proved difficult, and a pin showed signs of walking out towards the end of the test.

How did the M&P 2.0's trigger compare to other handguns?

The speaker found the M&P 2.0's trigger to be crisp and preferable to the stock triggers found on models like the Ruger-MAX-9, Springfield Armory Hellcat, and standard Glock pistols.

What challenges were encountered during the M&P 2.0 burndown test?

The primary challenge identified was the significant difficulty and time required to load the M&P 2.0's magazines repeatedly. Additionally, a pin on the firearm began to poke out and show signs of walking out during the final rounds.

Did the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 experience any malfunctions during the 1000-round test?

No, the M&P 2.0 Compact did not experience any malfunctions throughout the entire 1000-round burndown test. This was considered expected performance for a combat-rated handgun.

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