7.62x39 vs 30-30 Winchester Ballistic Chicken Test!!! Hornady and Federal Ammunition

This video advises against stockpiling large caliber hunting rifle ammunition, citing low annual usage rates for most hunters. The speaker suggests focusing stockpiling efforts on ammunition for primary carry weapons, backup carry guns, defensive rifles, and shotguns. For hunting ammunition, a maximum of 100 rounds is recommended, with most individuals using far fewer.

This video, presented by Ted from Line45, details the shift in hunting ammunition preferences away from traditional soft points towards modern bonded and tipped loads. It highlights specific ammunition lines like Hornady Precision Hunter ELD-X, Federal Premium Terminal Ascent, Barnes Vor-TX TTSX, Nosler Trophy Grade AccuBond, Hornady American Whitetail InterLock, and Federal Fusion, explaining their advantages in terminal ballistics, expansion consistency, and penetration across various hunting scenarios and distances. The presenter emphasizes that these modern options offer greater confidence and reliability for today's hunters facing longer shots and varied game.

This video tests six different hunting bullet types fired at zero yards into a block of paper to assess penetration depth and terminal performance. The Federal Terminal Ascent and Barnes 127 LRX demonstrated the deepest penetration, while the Hornady 147 ELDM showed the least. The test highlights how different bullet constructions perform when encountering resistance, simulating passage through an animal's thick hide and tissue.

This video tests various popular brush gun calibers (.30-30, .44 Magnum, .450 Bushmaster, .45-70, .500 S&W Magnum) and a 12-gauge shotgun slug against a ballistic bear head, simulating shooting through thick brush. The tests evaluate projectile penetration and effectiveness in vegetation. The speaker, Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, provides practical insights into which calibers perform best in dense environments.

The Yankee Marshal recommends three essential rifle types for practical purposes: a bolt-action or lever-action rifle for hunting (chambered in calibers like 30-30 or 30-06), a shotgun for small game hunting and home defense, and a 'battle gun' like an AK-47 or AR-15 for range fun and defense. He emphasizes the importance of owning these three distinct firearms.

This video provides an expert-level, data-driven comparison of the 6.5 Grendel and 7.62x39 cartridges at 100 yards. Using a LabRadar, the host demonstrates the superior velocity and energy retention of the 6.5 Grendel with 123gr SST ammunition, highlighting its advantage for ethical hunting beyond 100 yards compared to the 7.62x39. The analysis is presented with high expertise in practical ballistics testing.

This video provides a head-to-head accuracy test between the Ruger 10/22 and the Marlin Model 60, both chambered in .22 LR. The host, an experienced shooter, details the test methodology, including ammunition types and a consistent 25-yard range. The comparison highlights key features of each rifle, such as magazine capacity and aftermarket availability, concluding with a visual presentation of the shot groups.

This video details a comprehensive ballistics gel test for various .38 Special loads fired from a Smith & Wesson 642 snub-nose revolver. The expert instructor analyzes bullet expansion, penetration, and wound channels, offering critical insights into ammunition performance for self-defense. Key takeaways include the importance of bullet design for reliable expansion in short barrels and safety considerations for handloading .38 Special ammunition.

This guide details a head-to-head ballistic gel test comparing 9mm Luger +P and .40 S&W ammunition, as demonstrated by an experienced firearms reviewer. The test involved firing specific loads through denim barriers into gel blocks, measuring velocity and penetration, and analyzing recovered projectiles. The .40 S&W HST showed more dramatic expansion, while the 9mm +P achieved deeper penetration. The comparison highlights trade-offs between terminal performance, capacity, and recoil in compact firearms.

This video demonstrates the initial live fire of a .50 Beowulf AR-15 platform rifle, featuring a side-charging upper receiver and a Vortex red dot optic. The host, identified as a firearms enthusiast and content creator, showcases the loading process, firing, and the significant impact of the large caliber rounds on steel targets at an outdoor range. The demonstration highlights proficient firearm handling and range safety awareness.