Lapua Center X Tested - Very Surprised.

Published on May 18, 2024
Duration: 14:12

This video details a comparative test of Lapua Center X and SK Rifle Match .22LR ammunition using a Voodoo rifle equipped with a Desert Precision Gun Works barrel and PDC Custom chassis. The presenter, an experienced shooter, provides insights into velocity, standard deviation, extreme spread, and group sizes, highlighting the Lapua Center X's superior performance in this specific rifle. The test emphasizes practical shooting conditions and data-driven conclusions.

Quick Summary

Lapua Center X .22LR ammunition demonstrated superior performance in a Voodoo rifle test, achieving tighter groups consistently in the .2s and .3s. It recorded an average velocity of 1078 fps with a low standard deviation of 7.4 fps, outperforming SK Rifle Match ammunition in accuracy and ballistic consistency.

Chapters

  1. 00:02Introduction and Test Setup
  2. 01:02Rifle and Scope 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. 05:47Lapua Center X - Initial Zeroing Shots
  8. 06:54Lapua Center X - First Accuracy Group
  9. 07:23Lapua Center X - Second Accuracy Group
  10. 08:52Lapua Center X - Third Accuracy Group
  11. 09:25Lapua Center X - Fourth Accuracy Group
  12. 10:11Chronograph Data Anomaly and Correction
  13. 11:03Lapua Center X - Final Chronograph Data
  14. 11:17Group Size Comparison and Analysis
  15. 11:30Overall Comparison: SK vs. Lapua Center X
  16. 12:40Conclusion and Recommendations
  17. 13:18Outro and Channel Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What .22LR ammunition performed best in the Voodoo rifle test?

In this specific test using a Voodoo rifle with a Desert Precision Gun Works barrel, Lapua Center X ammunition significantly outperformed SK Rifle Match. It delivered tighter groups, higher average velocity (1078 fps vs. 1049 fps), and much lower standard deviation and extreme spread, making it the preferred choice for accuracy.

What were the key performance metrics for Lapua Center X in the test?

The Lapua Center X ammunition achieved an average velocity of 1078 feet per second with a standard deviation of 7.4 fps and an extreme spread of approximately 20-30 fps. The groups were consistently in the .2s and .3s, with some .4s, indicating excellent accuracy for .22LR competition.

What rifle and components were used for the .22LR ammunition test?

The test utilized a Voodoo .22LR rifle featuring an aftermarket straight taper barrel from Desert Precision Gun Works and a PDC Custom chassis. An Arken EP5 5-25x56 scope was mounted for aiming, and a Garmin Chronograph was used to record ballistic data.

How did the shooting position affect the test results?

The presenter shot from a window balanced on a bag in a modified free-recoil style, asserting that this method, with minimal shoulder contact, is comparable to traditional prone shooting for consistency in accuracy testing.

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