This Gun Was Made For Cops Only

Published on February 23, 2023
Duration: 16:11

This review delves into the 'Ban Era' Bushmaster XM-15, a rifle restricted to law enforcement during the 1994-2004 Assault Weapons Ban. It highlights the specific features that defined 'assault weapons' under the ban and explains why police were exempt. The video also touches on the ban's limited impact on crime rates and provides technical details on the XM-15-E2S model.

Quick Summary

The Bushmaster XM-15 was designated for 'RESTRICTED LAW ENFORCEMENT/GOVERNMENT USE ONLY' during the 1994-2004 Assault Weapons Ban. Law enforcement was exempt from the ban, allowing them to own rifles with features like pistol grips and flash hiders prohibited for civilians.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Shooting Montage
  2. 02:28The Ban Era Bushmaster XM-15
  3. 04:11History of the Assault Weapons Ban
  4. 07:01Defining 'Assault Weapon' Features
  5. 08:31Law Enforcement Exemptions Explained
  6. 09:48XM-15-E2S Specs & History
  7. 11:13Range Testing & Performance
  8. 13:24Effectiveness of the Ban

Frequently Asked Questions

What made the Bushmaster XM-15 a 'cop gun' during the 1994-2004 ban?

The Bushmaster XM-15 was marked for 'RESTRICTED LAW ENFORCEMENT/GOVERNMENT USE ONLY' because law enforcement was exempt from the Federal Assault Weapons Ban. This allowed them to possess rifles with features prohibited for civilians at the time.

What features defined an 'assault weapon' under the 1994 ban?

Under the 1994 ban, 'assault weapons' were defined by features such as folding or telescoping stocks, pistol grips, bayonet lugs, flash hiders, and grenade launcher mounts. These were prohibited for civilian ownership.

Did the 1994 Assault Weapons Ban reduce crime rates?

According to studies cited in the video, the 1994 Assault Weapons Ban had little impact on crime rates. The prohibited features were largely considered cosmetic and did not fundamentally alter the firearms' functionality.

What are the key technical specifications of the Bushmaster XM-15-E2S?

The Bushmaster XM-15-E2S features a 1:9 twist rate, a heavy barrel (HBAR) profile, and is chambered in 5.56mm NATO / .223 Remington. It was typically equipped with a 30-round capacity magazine.

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