9mm Shot Shell - Range Test - TheFireArmGuy

Published on August 22, 2013
Duration: 4:20

This video provides a practical range test of CCI 9mm shot shells using a Glock 19. The instructor demonstrates pellet spread at 5 yards, penetration through a milk jug, sweatshirt, and pizza box, and crucially, tests the cycling capability of these specialized rounds in a semi-automatic pistol. The results indicate surprisingly effective spread and penetration, with the wad also proving impactful.

Quick Summary

CCI 9mm shot shells, containing around 290 pellets, demonstrated impressive spread and penetration at 5 yards, even cycling reliably in a Glock 19. They successfully penetrated a milk jug, sweatshirt, and pizza box, with the wad also proving impactful.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction to 9mm Shot Shells
  2. 00:32Spread Test at 5 Yards
  3. 00:56Milk Jug Penetration Test
  4. 01:14Multi-Barrier Test (Sweatshirt, Pizza Box, Milk Jug)
  5. 02:05Wad Analysis
  6. 02:53Cycling Test in Glock 19
  7. 03:41Conclusion and Impressions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary purpose of 9mm shot shells?

9mm shot shells are typically designed for pest control, such as dealing with rats and snakes. They contain a large number of small pellets to create a wide spread at close range.

How effective are 9mm shot shells for penetration?

In testing, 9mm shot shells demonstrated significant pellet spread and penetration through a milk jug, sweatshirt, and pizza box at 5 yards. The wad also showed considerable penetration power.

Can 9mm shot shells cycle in a semi-automatic pistol like the Glock 19?

Yes, surprisingly, the CCI 9mm shot shells tested in this video successfully cycled through a Glock 19, which is not always a given for specialized ammunition types. This indicates good reliability for this specific load.

What was the pellet count for the tested 9mm shot shells?

The CCI 9mm shot shells tested contained approximately 290 pellets. This high number contributes to the wide spread observed during the range tests.

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