This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test comparing Federal Premium HST 9mm 124-grain standard pressure and +P ammunition. The test includes velocity readings, penetration depth, and expansion measurements after passing through a heavy clothing barrier. The instructor, experienced in firearms testing, demonstrates the performance of both ammunition types, concluding that both perform exceptionally well for self-defense.
This video details a ballistic gel test of Underwood Ammo's 9mm +P+ Extreme Defender Platinum Edition ammunition. The test evaluates velocity and penetration through a heavy clothing barrier using two different firearm barrel lengths. The instructor provides insights into the performance characteristics of solid copper fluted projectiles, comparing them to traditional expanding rounds.
This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test and review of 4140 Armory's 124-grain 9mm standard pressure defensive ammunition. The reviewer, highly confident in identifying the projectile as a Speer Gold Dot, analyzes velocity, penetration, and expansion through a heavy clothing barrier using two different barrel lengths (Canik MC9 and Glock 17 Gen 4). The results demonstrate consistent and effective performance, particularly in expansion and energy transfer, making it a strong contender for self-defense.
This video conducts a ballistics gel test comparing Winchester Silvertip 9mm and .40 S&W ammunition through a simulated clothing barrier. The test evaluates bullet expansion, penetration, and velocity from short-barreled handguns. While both calibers performed well, the .40 S&W demonstrated slightly superior penetration and energy transfer.
This video tests IMI Systems 9mm 115 and 124 grain DI-CUT JHP ammunition through a heavy clothing barrier and into ballistic gel. The test, conducted with a Taurus GX4 pistol, revealed that the clothing barrier significantly hindered projectile performance, preventing expansion and causing tumbling in both ammunition types. Both projectiles penetrated to approximately 22 inches in the gel, with no significant expansion observed.
This video provides a detailed ballistic comparison between Barnes Tac-XPD and Defiant Munitions TCX .380 Auto self-defense ammunition, fired through a Ruger LCP Max with a heavy clothing barrier. The test utilizes Clear Ballistics gel and a Lab Radar Chronograph to measure velocity, penetration, and expansion. The Defiant Munitions TCX demonstrated superior performance in all tested metrics, achieving significant expansion and meeting FBI minimum penetration standards, while the Barnes Tac-XPD failed to expand and fell short of penetration requirements.
This video conducts a budget 9mm hollow point ammunition test, comparing Remington UMC and Winchester White Box 115-grain JHP rounds. The test involved firing rounds through a heavy clothing barrier (denim, fleece, cotton t-shirts) into ballistic gel to assess expansion and penetration. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, aimed to determine if these budget-friendly options are suitable for self-defense.
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