Can German MEN Perform Like American M193? 5.56mm MEN 55gr FMJ Gel Test
This video tests 5.56mm MEN 55gr FMJ ammunition against M193 specifications using ballistic gelatin. The test reveals that this specific MEN ammunition did not fragment reliably when fired from a 10.5-inch barrel, exhibiting mediocre terminal performance characterized by bullet yaw and a limited temporary cavity. While it may perform better from a longer barrel, the instructor suggests that for home defense or general use where reliable fragmentation is desired, other M193 loads or higher-performance ammunition might be more suitable due to similar or better cost-effectiveness and terminal ballistics.













