Videos tagged with Federal Shotshell

This video provides a ballistic gel test comparing CCI and Federal 22LR shotshell ammunition. The test reveals that both brands offer very limited penetration, with most shot pellets penetrating less than 2 inches in bare ballistic gelatin. The CCI brand showed slightly better penetration than the Federal. The instructor notes these rounds are not suitable for hunting small game like squirrels and are best suited for pest control of insects or very small vermin at close range.

This video details a ballistic gel penetration test comparing CCI and Federal .22LR shotshells fired from both a rifle and a pistol. The test reveals extremely limited penetration, with most shot pellets embedding within the first 1-2 inches of the gel block, particularly when fired from a pistol. The presenter concludes these shotshells are suitable for small pests like mice and bugs but not for larger targets.

This video tests CCI and Federal .22 shotshell ammunition fired from a Ruger Wrangler revolver. The instructor evaluates performance at point-blank range, 7 yards, and 12 yards, observing pellet spread and effectiveness on targets like pop cans and apples. The CCI generally showed a wider spread at distance, while Federal grouped tighter up close.