Best .308 Battle Mags: Cold WX Testing

Published on March 26, 2016
Duration: 11:48

This video details a cold-weather test of various .308 battle magazines for an AR-10 platform rifle, specifically the Smith & Wesson M&P 10. The presenter, an experienced shooter, evaluates the reliability of Magpul, Brownells, and DPMS magazines in 13-degree Fahrenheit conditions. All tested magazines performed 100% reliably, with the Magpul 25-round PMAG being highlighted as the favorite due to its lightweight and proven performance.

Quick Summary

In a cold-weather test at 13°F, the Magpul 25-round .308 PMAG, Brownells AR-10 magazine, and DPMS steel AR-10 magazine all performed 100% reliably. The presenter's favorite remains the Magpul PMAG due to its lightweight design and consistent performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction to Cold Desert Testing
  2. 00:24Test Rifle: Smith & Wesson M&P 10 Setup
  3. 00:40Zeroing and Environmental Conditions (13°F)
  4. 01:13Magazines to be Tested: Magpul PMAGs
  5. 01:53Magazines to be Tested: Brownells Magazine
  6. 02:14Magazines to be Tested: DPMS Steel Magazine
  7. 02:38Ammunition: Pakistani Surplus .308
  8. 03:05Testing Objectives: Reliability Focus
  9. 04:35Predictions for Cold Weather Performance
  10. 05:07Testing the Magpul 25-Round PMAG
  11. 07:37Magpul PMAG Test Results: 100% Reliable
  12. 07:43Testing the Brownells Magazine
  13. 08:53Testing the DPMS Steel Magazine
  14. 09:41Testing a 20-Round Magazine
  15. 10:45Overall Results and Favorite Magazine
  16. 11:04Final Thoughts on Cold Weather Performance
  17. 11:15Recommendation: Get an M&P 10

Frequently Asked Questions

What .308 magazines were tested in cold weather?

The video tested Magpul 25-round .308 PMAGs, Brownells AR-10 magazines, and DPMS steel AR-10 magazines. All were subjected to 13-degree Fahrenheit conditions to assess reliability.

How did the .308 magazines perform in extreme cold?

Remarkably, all tested magazines performed 100% reliably in the 13-degree Fahrenheit cold. This included the Magpul PMAGs, Brownells magazines, and DPMS steel magazines, exceeding the presenter's expectations.

What is the presenter's favorite .308 battle magazine?

The presenter's long-standing favorite .308 magazine is the Magpul 25-round PMAG. Its lightweight design and proven reliability in various conditions, including this cold-weather test, make it the top choice.

What rifle was used for the .308 magazine cold-weather test?

The rifle used for the testing was a Smith & Wesson M&P 10. It was equipped with a Holosun 503C red dot sight and zeroed for S&B ammunition at 50 yards.

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