Do 10 round mags slow shooters down significantly?

Published on August 4, 2023
Duration: 0:56

This video from Military Arms Channel demonstrates a practical test comparing shooting speed with 10-round versus 15-round magazines for a Sig Sauer P320. Expertly conducted with a shot timer, the drill shows a tangible time difference, highlighting the impact of magazine capacity on overall engagement speed. The instructor emphasizes objective measurement over subjective feel.

Quick Summary

A test comparing 10-round and 15-round magazines for a Sig Sauer P320 showed a 1.25-second difference over 30 rounds. The 10-round capacity took 11.14 seconds (two reloads), while 15-round capacity took 9.86 seconds (one reload), indicating lower capacity magazines can slow engagement speed.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 10 vs 15 Round Mag Test
  2. 00:15Firing with 10-Round Magazines
  3. 00:3010-Round Magazine Test Results
  4. 00:34Firing with 15-Round Magazines
  5. 00:5015-Round Magazine Results & Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Does using 10-round magazines slow down shooting speed compared to 15-round magazines?

Yes, a test using a Sig Sauer P320 and a shot timer showed a 1.25-second difference over 30 rounds. Firing 30 rounds with 10-round magazines took 11.14 seconds (two reloads), while using 15-round magazines took 9.86 seconds (one reload).

What was the time difference between 10-round and 15-round magazines for 30 rounds?

The test revealed that firing 30 rounds with 10-round magazines took 11.14 seconds, whereas using 15-round magazines completed the same task in 9.86 seconds. This resulted in a 1.25-second advantage for the 15-round magazines.

How many magazine changes were performed in the 10-round vs 15-round magazine test?

In the test involving 30 rounds of fire, using three 10-round magazines required two separate magazine changes. In contrast, completing the same 30 rounds with two 15-round magazines necessitated only one magazine change.

What equipment was used to objectively measure shooting speed in the magazine capacity test?

A digital shot timer was used to objectively measure the time taken to fire 30 rounds with different magazine capacities. The instructor also wore the timer clipped to his belt for easy access and recording.

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