Sellier & Bellot Subsonic Lineup

Published on May 10, 2020
Duration: 5:41

Larry Vickers and Mike Fisher of MagTech discuss Sellier & Bellot's subsonic ammunition line. They highlight the importance of reliability in suppressed firearms and detail the specific calibers and bullet weights offered, emphasizing that all offerings are brass-cased and built to mil-spec standards, making them suitable for military and law enforcement applications.

Quick Summary

Sellier & Bellot offers subsonic ammunition in 150-grain 9mm, 200-grain .300 Blackout, and 200-grain 7.62x51mm. Rifle calibers are identified by blue primer seals. This ammunition is optimized for reliability in suppressed firearms, utilizing full-metal-jacket projectiles and built to mil-spec standards.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Sponsor
  2. 00:26Larry Vickers & Mike Fisher Intro
  3. 00:38MagTech & S&B Connection
  4. 00:59Subsonic Ammunition Lineup
  5. 01:137.62x51mm Mil Contract Product
  6. 01:18Brass Case Construction
  7. 01:21Mil-Spec Built Ammunition
  8. 01:33Military Transition to 300 Blackout
  9. 01:54Identifying Subsonic Rounds
  10. 02:02Rifle Caliber Identification (Blue Seals)
  11. 02:13Unique Loading Features for Suppressors
  12. 02:38Suppressor Demands on Firearms
  13. 02:46Optimizing for Reliability
  14. 03:02Subsonic Ammunition Limitations
  15. 03:15Rifle Subsonic Bullet Choice (FMJ)
  16. 03:26Availability of Subsonic Ammo
  17. 03:45Live Fire Demonstration Setup
  18. 04:01Live Fire Sequence
  19. 05:29Outro & Subscribe

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key calibers offered in the Sellier & Bellot subsonic ammunition line?

Sellier & Bellot offers a variety of popular subsonic rounds, including 150-grain 9mm Luger, 200-grain .300 Blackout, and 200-grain 7.62x51mm NATO. These are designed for reliable performance, especially when using suppressors.

How can one identify Sellier & Bellot's subsonic rifle caliber ammunition?

For rifle calibers, Sellier & Bellot uses blue color-coded lacquer seals on the primers to distinguish their subsonic ammunition from standard loads. This visual cue helps users quickly identify the correct ammunition for suppressed applications.

What makes Sellier & Bellot's subsonic ammunition suitable for suppressed firearms?

Sellier & Bellot optimizes each bullet and powder configuration for subsonic rounds to ensure maximum reliability and function in suppressed weapons. They primarily use solid, proven full-metal-jacket projectiles to guarantee consistent performance in these demanding platforms.

Are Sellier & Bellot and MagTech related?

Yes, Sellier & Bellot (S&B) and MagTech are sister companies. S&B ammunition is loaded in Prague, Czech Republic, while Magtech comes from Brazil. Both are imported into the U.S. through MagTek USA.

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