Insane Mini 30 Cal Of The Future

Published on August 8, 2025
Duration: 13:43

This video from Banana Ballistics features an expert firearms tester evaluating the .300 HAM'R cartridge against .300 Blackout and 7.62x39. The host, demonstrating high authority and specialized equipment, conducts rigorous testing including ballistic gel, concrete pavers, and various steel thicknesses. The .300 HAM'R shows exceptional penetration capabilities, surpassing the other calibers in thicker steel and demonstrating significant terminal ballistics performance in gel.

Quick Summary

The .300 HAM'R cartridge demonstrates superior performance compared to .300 Blackout and 7.62x39, particularly in penetration tests against steel and in ballistic gel. It achieved over 32 inches of penetration in gel with significant temporary cavity damage and was the only caliber to penetrate 3/8-inch steel, showcasing its potential for effectiveness comparable to .308 Winchester within an AR-15 platform.

Chapters

  1. 00:00.300 HAM'R Introduction
  2. 00:31.300 Blackout Testing
  3. 01:357.62x39 Testing
  4. 02:39.300 HAM'R Testing
  5. 04:19Concrete Paver Test
  6. 06:09Mild Steel Penetration
  7. 10:09Ballistic Gel Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key performance differences between .300 HAM'R, .300 Blackout, and 7.62x39 based on the video?

The .300 HAM'R cartridge aims for .308 Winchester-like effectiveness in an AR-15 platform. In tests, it significantly outperformed .300 Blackout and 7.62x39 in penetrating 3/8-inch steel and achieved greater penetration depth and temporary cavity damage in ballistic gel.

How did the tested calibers perform against steel barriers?

Against 1/4-inch mild steel, all three calibers penetrated. However, when tested against 3/8-inch steel, only the .300 HAM'R successfully punched through, demonstrating its superior energy and penetration capabilities in this scenario.

What were the results of the ballistic gel testing for each caliber?

.300 Blackout achieved 28 inches of penetration. 7.62x39 reached 23 inches with good expansion. The .300 HAM'R exceeded 32 inches of penetration and created a massive temporary cavity, indicating significant terminal ballistics performance.

What is the significance of COAL in relation to the .300 HAM'R cartridge?

The .300 HAM'R cartridge requires specific magazine designs, such as the Brenton Long-Load magazines with a maximum COAL of 2.315 inches, to function reliably within the AR-15 platform. This highlights the importance of COAL for cartridge compatibility.

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