The Rotating Shotgun (Is The XRAIL A Fail ???)

Published on December 14, 2023
Duration: 14:28

This review of the Benelli M2 with an XRAIL system highlights significant reliability issues and a catastrophic failure. Despite a 24-round capacity via a rotating four-tube magazine, the shotgun experienced multiple jams during range tests. The system ultimately failed when the magazine tube detached from the receiver due to weight and recoil.

Quick Summary

The XRAIL system, a 24-round rotating four-tube magazine for shotguns like the Benelli M2, proved unreliable in testing. It suffered multiple jams and ultimately experienced a catastrophic failure where the magazine tube snapped off the receiver due to ammunition weight and recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit & Window Shattering
  2. 01:04Introducing the XRAIL System on Benelli M2
  3. 02:09First Range Test: Jams & Reliability Issues
  4. 03:505.11 Tactical Sponsor Segment
  5. 04:31Second Range Test: More Malfunctions
  6. 06:23Catastrophic Failure: XRAIL Magazine Tube Snaps
  7. 07:58Crane Drop Finale with Volkswagen Beetle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the XRAIL system for shotguns?

The XRAIL is a high-capacity magazine system for shotguns, featuring a rotating four-tube design. It aims to significantly increase ammunition capacity, with the tested Benelli M2 setup holding 24 rounds (6 rounds per tube).

Did the XRAIL system perform reliably in the review?

No, the XRAIL system demonstrated significant reliability issues, experiencing multiple jams and failures to feed during range tests. The reviewer nicknamed the setup 'jammermatic' due to these problems.

What was the main failure point of the XRAIL system?

The primary failure was catastrophic: the XRAIL magazine tube snapped off the shotgun's receiver. This was attributed to the combined weight of the ammunition and the stress from recoil.

What shotgun was used with the XRAIL system?

The XRAIL system was tested on a Benelli M2 semi-automatic shotgun. The combination resulted in a very front-heavy firearm when fully loaded.

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