Will A Magazine Explode If A Bullet Hits It?

Published on August 1, 2023
Duration: 0:15

This video from Johnny Q addresses a common viewer question about whether a bullet impact will cause a rifle magazine to explode. Johnny Q, an experienced firearms and tactical gear content creator, demonstrates that a bullet striking a polymer magazine, like the Magpul PMAG, will not cause an explosion. Instead, the bullet will likely penetrate or shatter the magazine casing, rendering it non-functional but not explosive.

Quick Summary

A bullet impact on a rifle magazine will not cause an explosion. Instead, the projectile will likely penetrate or shatter the magazine casing, rendering it non-functional. Polymer magazines, like the Magpul PMAG, may shatter upon impact, while metal magazines could deform, but neither scenario results in an explosion.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Viewer Question: Magazine Explosion?
  2. 00:04Bullet Impact on Magazine Explained

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if a bullet hits a rifle magazine?

If a bullet hits a rifle magazine, it will not explode. Instead, the bullet will likely penetrate or shatter the magazine's casing, rendering it non-functional. Polymer magazines may shatter, while metal ones could deform.

Are polymer rifle magazines durable?

Polymer rifle magazines, such as the Magpul PMAG, are known for their durability and resistance to impacts that might cause metal magazines to dent or deform. However, a direct bullet strike will compromise their integrity.

Can a bullet cause a Magpul PMAG to explode?

No, a bullet striking a Magpul PMAG will not cause it to explode. The impact will likely cause the bullet to pass through or shatter the polymer casing, disabling the magazine.

What is the function of a rifle magazine?

A rifle magazine's primary function is to store and feed ammunition reliably into the firearm's chamber. They are not designed to withstand direct ballistic impacts without sustaining damage.

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