30-30 WINCHESTER MODEL 94 VS WATERMELON

Published on July 1, 2016
Duration: 8:15

This video demonstrates a penetration test of a Winchester Model 94 Texas Edition rifle chambered in .30-30 Winchester against a line of watermelons. The test, conducted by firearms content creator Edwin Sarkissian, utilizes 170-grain FMJ ammunition to evaluate the rifle's terminal ballistics. The results show significant penetration, with fragments recovered for analysis.

Quick Summary

A Winchester Model 94 Texas Edition rifle in .30-30 Winchester was tested against 12 watermelons using 170-grain FMJ ammunition. The round penetrated three watermelons and lodged in the fourth, demonstrating significant ballistic performance. A Smith & Wesson knife was used for fragment recovery.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Rifle Overview
  2. 00:33Test Setup and Ammunition
  3. 01:15Shooting and Slow-Motion Analysis
  4. 01:40Ballistic Results and Recovery
  5. 06:12Crossbow Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle was used in the watermelon penetration test?

The video features a Winchester Model 94 Texas Edition rifle, specifically a 'Texas Ranger' commemorative model, chambered in .30-30 Winchester caliber.

What ammunition was used for the .30-30 Winchester test?

For the penetration test, 170-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) ammunition from Winchester was used to evaluate the rifle's performance against watermelons.

How many watermelons did the .30-30 round penetrate?

The .30-30 Winchester round, fired from the Model 94, successfully penetrated three full watermelons and lodged inside the fourth one.

What was the purpose of the crossbow comparison?

The pistol crossbow test served as a comparison to demonstrate the significantly lower penetration energy of a crossbow bolt versus the .30-30 rifle cartridge.

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