H&N 30 CAL SLUGS! 50 and 100 YARD TEST with the SIDEWINDER

Published on March 18, 2023
Duration: 4:18

This video details a test of new H&N 30 caliber slugs fired from an AirForce Texan Sidewinder air rifle. The test focuses on accuracy at 50 and 100 yards, with the reviewer noting impressive group sizes. The reviewer also highlights the use of an Athlon Cronus BTR Gen 2 scope for achieving optimal accuracy.

Quick Summary

New H&N 30 caliber slugs were tested with the AirForce Texan Sidewinder air rifle, achieving approximately 2.5-inch groups at 100 yards with velocities around 940-950 fps. Removing an outlier shot tightened the group to just over 2 inches, demonstrating good accuracy for this ammunition and platform.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Slug Unboxing
  2. 00:42Scope Setup: Athlon Cronus BTR Gen 2
  3. 03:07100 Yard Group Analysis
  4. 04:00Conclusion & Future Tests

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of accuracy can be expected from H&N 30 caliber slugs with the Sidewinder air rifle?

In testing, H&N 30 caliber slugs fired from the Sidewinder air rifle at approximately 940-950 fps achieved a 100-yard group of about two and a half inches. Removing an outlier shot tightened this to just over two inches.

What scope was used for testing the H&N 30 caliber slugs?

The reviewer utilized an Athlon Cronus BTR Gen 2 scope, set between 4.5 and 29 power, for testing the H&N 30 caliber slugs. This scope is noted for its ability to help achieve the best accuracy from airguns.

What is the typical velocity of the H&N 30 caliber slugs when fired from the Sidewinder?

During the 100-yard accuracy test, the H&N 30 caliber slugs were fired from the Sidewinder air rifle at a velocity of approximately 940 to 950 feet per second.

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