.22 EXPLODING PELLETS vs JSB HADES & H&N Baracuda Hunter - POWER TEST ON CLAY

Published on August 4, 2024
Duration: 8:05

This video tests the performance of Edgun West exploding .22 caliber pellets against JSB Hades and H&N Barracuda Hunter pellets using unhardened clay blocks as a target medium at 25 yards. The testing includes both accuracy evaluation and a power test to compare penetration and expansion, demonstrating the effectiveness of each pellet type.

Quick Summary

Edgun West exploding .22 caliber pellets create significantly more destruction on clay targets than JSB Hades and H&N Barracuda Hunter pellets. While standard hunting pellets offer excellent penetration and expansion, the exploding pellets cause a more dramatic impact, making them suitable for specific applications.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:49Target Medium: Clay Blocks
  3. 01:07Pellets Tested: Edgun West, JSB Hades, H&N Barracuda Hunter
  4. 01:28Accuracy Test at 25 Yards
  5. 02:30Accuracy Results & Group Analysis
  6. 04:21Power Test on Clay Blocks
  7. 05:43Clay Block Impact Comparison
  8. 06:00JSB Hades Performance
  9. 06:17H&N Barracuda Hunter Performance
  10. 07:10Edgun West Exploding Pellet Performance
  11. 07:35Final Results & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How do Edgun West exploding .22 pellets compare to standard hunting pellets on soft targets?

In tests using unhardened clay blocks, Edgun West exploding .22 pellets demonstrated significantly more destructive power and fragmentation than JSB Hades and H&N Barracuda Hunter pellets, creating a much larger impact zone.

What was the accuracy of the tested .22 caliber pellets at 25 yards?

The Daystate Huntsman air rifle achieved good accuracy with all tested pellets at 25 yards. JSB Hades and H&N Barracuda Hunters produced excellent, tight groups, while the Edgun West exploding pellets were slightly larger but still considered effective for hunting.

Which .22 caliber pellet performed best for penetration and expansion on clay targets?

Both JSB Hades and H&N Barracuda Hunter pellets showed excellent penetration, passing completely through the clay blocks. The Hades created a more devastating exit wound, while the Barracuda Hunters caused significant expansion of the block itself.

What is the Daystate Huntsman air rifle's capability?

The Daystate Huntsman, a .22 caliber air rifle, is highlighted as a superb and accurate platform capable of consistent performance with various pellet types, as demonstrated by its tight groupings during testing.

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