I agree. But due to the poor track record the M16 had during the early stages of the war, magazines were never fully trusted either. So only 18 rounds loaded in 20 rd mags, and 25-28 rounds loaded in 30 rd mags to increase the mags reliability.
I had read about this practice and inquired about it in 2010 when I had the honor and privilage of speaking with Vietnam Veteran LRRP Cal Rollins. I learned alot from him over a two day period.
I have no clue how many rounds a AK/M16 mag would hold. I may have to do an experiment some day and fabricate a mag.
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