Videos tagged with V-MAX

This guide details the installation and initial testing of the Q Thunder Chicken suppressor on a Q Mini Fix rifle. The video highlights the suppressor's titanium construction, Quick Fast-Attach system, and impressive performance in sound reduction and minimal gas blowback. The presenter, Summer, an experienced content creator, demonstrates the process and shares her positive experience with Silencer Shop's NFA purchasing process.

This video from NRA Publications, featuring Preston from Hornady, discusses new ammunition offerings for the 5.7x28mm cartridge. Hornady has expanded its Black Line with a 40-grain V-Max load known for accuracy and value. They also introduced a 40-grain FTX bullet specifically for the Critical Defense line, designed for self-defense with approximately 12 inches of penetration through heavy clothing and FBI gelatin.

This video, featuring Jesse (Boondock Ballistician) and Gary Roberts (DocGKR), delves into the critical aspects of 5.56x45mm NATO terminal ballistics. It explains how bullet design, velocity, fragmentation, and yaw significantly influence terminal effects, often surpassing the impact of caliber choice alone. The discussion covers various ammunition types, from M193 and M855 to specialized rounds like Speer Gold Dot and Federal Fusion, emphasizing that while advanced ammunition offers benefits, superior shot placement and shooter skill are paramount for effective performance.

This guide details the process of testing Black Hills Ammunition's 5.56mm and .223 Remington loads using ballistic gel. Expert Jeff Hoffman from Black Hills Ammunition explains the performance differences between various bullet constructions like V-Max, Soft Point, and TSX, highlighting penetration, expansion, and temporary cavity effects. The testing utilizes an LMT 16-inch rifle to demonstrate real-world terminal ballistics.

This AR-15 ammo review highlights the performance differences between various 5.56mm rounds. The Hornady V-Max 55 grain is noted for its fragmentation, while the 62 grain SS109 is deemed suitable for practice due to over-penetration. For defensive use, heavier grains like the 77 grain Sierra Match King and 70 grain Barnes, along with the M855A1 for hydrostatic shock, are recommended.

This video showcases rabbit hunting utilizing a rifle equipped with a Pulsar Thermion XP50 thermal scope. The rifle in use is an Anschutz 1761 chambered in .22 Magnum, firing Hornady 30gr V-MAX ammunition. Engagements take place at distances between 50 and 100 yards, highlighting the effectiveness of the thermal optic in low-light hunting scenarios.

This YouTube video features a test of a V-MAX ammunition, with the title posing the question of its value. The video is likely to involve shooting and an evaluation of the ammunition's performance. Hashtags suggest a connection to CivTac, Demolition Ranch, and potentially full-auto firearms, indicating a focus on shooting performance and possibly enthusiast-level content.

This video demonstrates the capabilities of Pulsar thermal imaging devices by showcasing their effectiveness in observing ballistic impacts on various targets. The presenter highlights how thermal optics reveal the heat signatures of bullet strikes on steel, the fragmentation of a corn can hit by a 5.56 V-Max round, and the dramatic dispersal of a 7-pound corn can struck by a .308 Hornady SST. It also shows the thermal signature of a 125-grain soft nose bullet impacting a 2-liter bottle.

Seth Swerczek, a former Hornady ballistician, provides expert insights into modern cartridge design, bullet technology, and practical ballistics. He explains the advantages of standardized cartridges like the 300 PRC over traditional ones like the 300 Win Mag for factory consistency and accuracy. The discussion covers bullet performance for hunting (ELD-X, CX) and precision shooting (A-TIP), along with practical advice for handloaders and considerations for short-barreled rifles.

This video details a ballistic gel test comparing 110-grain .300 Blackout V-Max and Varmageddon ammunition fired from an 8.5-inch AR-15. Both projectiles demonstrated significant fragmentation, creating large wound cavities. The V-Max exhibited deeper penetration (20 inches) with jacket shedding occurring later, while the Varmageddon fragmented earlier, penetrating approximately 11-11.5 inches. Both rounds are noted for their destructive potential.

This video provides an expert review of Hornady .17HMR 17gr V-MAX ammunition, presented by Naaming Kotchanok. The review details the ammunition's technical specifications, including muzzle velocity and performance at distance. It highlights the reliability of Hornady casings compared to other brands and demonstrates proper firearm handling and inspection techniques at a shooting range.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the .243 Winchester cartridge, detailing its history, ballistic performance, and suitability for various hunting applications in the UK. The speaker, demonstrating high authority, covers bullet weight variations, trajectory, and its legal status for deer hunting.