M4 carbine test to destruction

[Slater]

http://handle.dtic.mil/100.2/ADA317929

In this particular test, how much difference (if any) would a hammer-forged barrel have made?

[750.356]

Regarding your question, I have no idea. However, this caught my eye:


There was also a noticeable drooping (about 1 inch at the muzzle) of the barrel just prior to the barrel rupture.

:eek: Note to self: if you ever notice that your M16 barrel's so hot it's drooping down an inch, stop firing.

Man, just reading about these tests makes me cringe. Very interesting, though.

[Eric]

There was also a noticeable drooping (about 1 inch at the muzzle) of the barrel just prior to the barrel rupture. One might even consider that to be a clue.