FINALLY finished shooting my Winchester Super X bulk .22lr hollowpoint! Ruger Standard Ruger Mark 3

Published on March 13, 2022
Duration: 3:50

This video concludes a series on Winchester White Box bulk .22 LR ammunition, specifically the Super X hollow point variant. The reviewer tests the ammo in a Ruger Standard and a Ruger Mark III Target, shooting at steel plates approximately 8 yards away. The primary focus is on the ammunition's performance and reliability across different firearm platforms.

Quick Summary

The Winchester Super X bulk .22LR hollow point ammunition performed flawlessly in Ruger Standard and Ruger Mark III Target pistols. However, the ammo displayed significant velocity variations, evidenced by inconsistent impact sounds and visible muzzle fire. Generally, target pistols that run well can handle .22 LR loads from 900-1000 fps and higher.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Ammo Series Conclusion
  2. 00:04Testing Winchester White Box Ammo
  3. 00:09Ruger Standard & Mark III Target
  4. 00:14Shooting Steel Plates at 8 Yards
  5. 00:36Firearm Reliability Assessment
  6. 00:40Ammunition Velocity Variation
  7. 01:46Extended Shooting Sequence
  8. 02:25Target Pistol Ammo Capability
  9. 03:05Impact Sound & Muzzle Flash
  10. 03:14Magazine Heel Release Issue
  11. 03:38Final Thoughts on Winchester Super X

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Winchester Super X bulk .22LR hollow point ammunition perform in Ruger firearms?

The Winchester Super X bulk .22LR hollow point ammunition performed flawlessly in both the Ruger Standard and Ruger Mark III Target pistols. The reviewer noted that the firearms handled the ammunition reliably throughout the testing period.

What were the observed velocity characteristics of the Winchester Super X bulk .22LR ammo?

The Winchester Super X bulk .22LR ammunition exhibited significant velocity variation. This was evident through inconsistent impact sounds on steel targets and visible fireballs from the muzzle, indicating a wide spectrum of velocities.

What is the general ammunition velocity range suitable for target pistols?

According to the reviewer, a target pistol that functions well should generally be capable of firing ammunition with velocities ranging from approximately 900 to 1000 feet per second and higher. This suggests a tolerance for a broad range of standard velocity to high velocity .22 LR loads.

Were there any operational issues encountered during the testing of the Winchester Super X .22LR ammo?

The reviewer mentioned a minor issue with the heel release for the magazine on the Ruger Standard. This was attributed to not being fully accustomed to the firearm's controls yet, rather than a direct ammunition-related malfunction.

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