The Amazing 5.7 AR: Part 2

Published on December 31, 2025
Duration: 1:29

This video demonstrates a unique modification for the AR-15 platform, chambering it in 5.7x28mm using a P90-style top-mounted magazine. Expert Tim Harmsen conducts a practical test to assess the effectiveness of using a standard AR-15 magazine in the lower receiver as a brass catcher for spent 5.7x28mm casings, confirming its capacity for approximately 50 rounds.

Quick Summary

The 5.7 AR-15 demonstrated uses a P90-style magazine mounted on top of the upper receiver and is chambered in 5.7x28mm. A live-fire test confirmed that a standard AR-15 magazine in the lower receiver can effectively catch around 50 spent casings, though using a catcher is optional.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to 5.7 AR-15
  2. 00:31Brass Catching Test Setup
  3. 00:56Test Results and Functionality

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the unique feature of the 5.7 AR-15 shown in the video?

The 5.7 AR-15 features a unique top-mounted P90-style magazine system and is chambered in the 5.7x28mm caliber, allowing for modularity with a standard AR-15 lower receiver.

Can a standard AR-15 magazine be used as a brass catcher for the 5.7 AR-15?

Yes, the video demonstrates that a standard AR-15 magazine inserted into the lower receiver can effectively catch approximately 50 spent 5.7x28mm casings from the top-mounted P90-style magazine.

What caliber is the specialized AR-15 conversion discussed?

The specialized AR-15 conversion discussed in the video is chambered in the 5.7x28mm caliber, a cartridge known for its high velocity and use in personal defense weapons.

What is the advantage of not using a brass catcher with the 5.7 AR-15?

If no brass catcher is used, spent casings simply eject through the magazine well, allowing for indefinite firing without the need to clear or manage a catcher, which can be advantageous in certain scenarios.

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