S&W 460 vs 5.56 NATO Who Wins?

Published on April 4, 2026
Duration: 1:15

This video demonstrates a penetration test comparing 5.56 NATO ammunition (FMJ and Green Tip) against a 30-06 Springfield round. The test reveals that even after hitting the same hole as a 30-06, the 5.56 NATO rounds, including the Green Tip, did not achieve pass-through, indicating significant energy dissipation within the target material. The speaker notes the clay particles falling out after the Green Tip impact.

Quick Summary

In a penetration test comparing 5.56 NATO (XM193 FMJ and Green Tip) against 30-06 Springfield, the 5.56 NATO rounds did not achieve pass-through. This occurred even when impacting the same hole as the 30-06, indicating that 30-06 Springfield demonstrated superior penetration in this scenario.

Frequently Asked Questions

How did 5.56 NATO ammunition perform in a penetration test against 30-06 Springfield?

In this test, both 5.56 NATO XM193 FMJ and Green Tip ammunition failed to achieve pass-through on the test medium. This occurred even when they impacted the same hole as a 30-06 Springfield round, indicating less penetration power.

What was the outcome of the 5.56 NATO Green Tip penetration test?

The 5.56 NATO Green Tip ammunition, fired from 16 and 12-inch barrels, did not achieve pass-through. The test observed clay particles falling from the impact area, suggesting significant energy transfer and material disruption within the target.

Does 5.56 NATO have less penetration than 30-06 Springfield?

Based on this specific penetration test, 5.56 NATO (both FMJ and Green Tip) demonstrated less penetration than 30-06 Springfield. The 5.56 NATO rounds did not pass through the test medium, even when hitting the same spot as a 30-06.

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