This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test comparing Federal 158gr Soft Point and CCI Blazer 158gr JHP ammunition fired from a 6-inch Rossi 972 revolver. The test measures velocity, penetration, wound cavity, retained weight, and expansion through both bare gel and four layers of denim, offering insights into the performance differences between the two .357 Magnum loads.
This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test comparing Federal Punch and Federal HST ammunition in 30 Super Carry. The test evaluates penetration depth, expansion diameter, and weight retention through both bare gel and four layers of denim. The presenter, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the performance of each round, offering insights into their effectiveness for self-defense.
This video conducts a ballistic gel test of CCI Uppercut .22LR ammunition, addressing controversy surrounding its performance. The presenter uses Nox gelatin, explaining its advantages over clear synthetic blocks for testing expansion. Results show consistent expansion and retention through bare gel, two layers of t-shirt, and one layer of denim, though it failed through four layers of denim. The test highlights potential discrepancies in performance based on gelatin type and temperature sensitivity.
This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test comparing Speer Gold Dot and Federal HST 9mm +P 124-grain hollow-point ammunition. The test includes clear gel and four-layer denim obstruction scenarios, evaluating bullet expansion, penetration, and retained weight. The Federal HST demonstrated superior performance through denim, while both performed comparably in clear gel.
This video details a ballistic gel test of Sig Elite Performance V-Crown .380 ACP 90gr JHP ammunition fired from a Ruger LCP Max. The test involved bare gel and four layers of denim to assess expansion and penetration. The ammunition demonstrated good expansion and met FBI minimum penetration standards in bare gel but showed no expansion through denim.
This video details a ballistics gel test of Freedom Munitions X-DEF Bonded 124gr 9mm +P ammunition, conducted by Mrgunsngear. The test evaluates bullet expansion and penetration through both bare gel and gel with denim, providing insights into its defensive performance. The presenter notes the ammunition's performance relative to +P standards and FBI penetration recommendations.
This review tests Prograde's .45 Auto 185 gr TAC-XP solid copper hollow point ammunition fired from a standard 1911 A1. The test involved shooting into ballistic gel and through four layers of denim to simulate heavy clothing. The ammunition demonstrated excellent performance, achieving good penetration, perfect weight retention, and excellent expansion, exceeding FBI minimum standards.
This video features an unscientific gel test of Silver Bear 223 55gr FMJ ammunition fired through a 10.5-inch short-barreled AR-15 rifle. The test uses Clear Ballistics gel with four layers of denim to simulate penetration. The video also mentions the use of a 1 in 7 twist CHF barrel and provides social media links for MrGunsNGear.
This video presents a ballistic gel test of Federal Tactical Bonded 40 S&W 165gr JHP ammunition, specifically the LE40T3 load. The test adheres to IWBA standards, using calibrated clear ballistics gel and four layers of denim. Chronograph data indicates a velocity of 1066 fps and 416 ft-lbs of energy. The description also includes a link to the creator's Facebook page, suggesting a focus on firearm and ammunition reviews or tests.
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