Drum Magazines

Drum magazines store rounds in a spiral or a pair of drums, giving 50 to 100 rounds in one magazine. They are fun at the range and heavy on the rifle. Expect slower loading and more weight than a box magazine.

Three AR15 drum magazines compared side by side
Three AR15 drums compared
Shooting an AK with a drum magazine at the range
An AK running a drum at the range

High-capacity box alternatives

The Surefire 60 and 100 round magazines use a four-column box instead of a drum. They are lighter and fit standard AR15 pouches better than most drums.

AR15 with a Surefire 100 round magazine
AR15 with a Surefire 100 round magazine