Sebastian the Ibis
Member
One of the latest fads seems to be procuring a smaller PDW that is capable of penetrating body armor better than standard pistol calibers. The HK MP7 and FN P90 seem to be examples 1A and 1B of this fad.
Steel core pistol ammo accomplishes the same result, and doesn't require a new platform and stocking a new caliber. Is there any real benefit to 5.7x28 or 4.6x30 over steel core 9mm in an UZI, MP5 or any other SMG (or even a pistol)? If there is a benefit, I can't believe it outweighs the logistical benefits of not adding a new caliber to supply chains.
While I understand that AP pistol ammo is unobtainable for civilians in the United States, but so are full house 5.7x28 and 4.6x30. Moreover, HK and FN are selling these to military and law enforcement who are not subject to these restrictions.
Steel core pistol ammo accomplishes the same result, and doesn't require a new platform and stocking a new caliber. Is there any real benefit to 5.7x28 or 4.6x30 over steel core 9mm in an UZI, MP5 or any other SMG (or even a pistol)? If there is a benefit, I can't believe it outweighs the logistical benefits of not adding a new caliber to supply chains.
While I understand that AP pistol ammo is unobtainable for civilians in the United States, but so are full house 5.7x28 and 4.6x30. Moreover, HK and FN are selling these to military and law enforcement who are not subject to these restrictions.