Lapua Center X Tested - Very Surprised.

Published on May 18, 2024
Duration: 14:12

This video tests Lapua Center X .22LR ammunition against SK Rifle Match in a Voodoo rifle with an aftermarket barrel and PDC chassis. The Lapua Center X demonstrated a significant improvement in accuracy and velocity, with tighter groups and lower standard deviation compared to the SK ammo. The presenter, experienced in .22 competition, was surprised by the performance difference.

Quick Summary

Lapua Center X .22LR ammunition significantly outperformed SK Rifle Match in a Voodoo rifle, achieving tighter groups and higher velocities (1078 ft/s avg. vs. 1049 ft/s avg.). The Lapua also exhibited a lower standard deviation (7.4 ft/s vs. 13 ft/s), making it a preferred choice for competitive shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:02Introduction and Test Setup
  2. 01:02Rifle Configuration Details
  3. 02:22Chronograph Setup and Shooting Position
  4. 03:47SK Rifle Match - First Group Analysis
  5. 04:18SK Rifle Match - Subsequent Groups
  6. 05:14SK Rifle Match - Chronograph Data Summary
  7. 05:37Switching to Lapua Center X
  8. 05:47Lapua Center X - Initial Zeroing Shots
  9. 06:48Lapua Center X - First Accuracy Group
  10. 07:11Lapua Center X - Second Accuracy Group
  11. 08:07Lapua Center X - Third and Fourth Groups
  12. 09:31Lapua Center X - Fifth Group and Data Review Prep
  13. 10:11Chronograph Data Anomaly and Correction
  14. 11:03Lapua Center X - Final Chronograph Data and Analysis
  15. 11:13Group Size Comparison and Performance Summary
  16. 12:13Conclusion and Recommendation
  17. 13:18Outro and Channel Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Lapua Center X .22LR ammunition perform compared to SK Rifle Match?

Lapua Center X showed a significant improvement, delivering tighter groups, higher average velocity (1078 ft/s vs. 1049 ft/s), and a lower standard deviation (7.4 ft/s vs. 13 ft/s) in the tested rifle.

What rifle was used for the .22LR ammunition test?

The test was conducted using a Voodoo rifle featuring a 90-degree bolt throw, a Desert Precision Gun Works aftermarket barrel, and a PDC custom chassis, optimized for NRL22 competition.

What were the key accuracy metrics for the Lapua Center X ammunition?

Groups shot with Lapua Center X were consistently in the .2s and .3s, with some groups achieving .4s, indicating excellent precision for competitive shooting scenarios.

What was the average velocity and standard deviation for Lapua Center X?

After excluding one anomalous shot, the Lapua Center X averaged 1078 ft/s with a standard deviation of 7.4 ft/s, demonstrating remarkable consistency.

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