.17 HMR vs CHICKEN Ammo Test Meat Review Savage 93

Published on February 6, 2017
Duration: 4:00

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental look at the terminal ballistics of .17 HMR ammunition using a raw chicken as a medium. The host, an experienced enthusiast, compares CCI Gamepoint 20-grain and Hornady V-Max 17-grain rounds, detailing their specifications and observing their performance on impact. The analysis focuses on the cavity created and tissue damage, offering insights into the effectiveness of each load for small game or varmint hunting.

Quick Summary

.17 HMR ammunition was tested in a Savage 93 rifle using a raw chicken as a ballistic medium. CCI Gamepoint 20-grain and Hornady V-Max 17-grain loads were compared, with the CCI appearing to cause more tissue damage. The test highlights terminal ballistics and bullet performance for varmint hunting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:27Ammunition Specifications
  3. 01:10Live Fire Test
  4. 02:00Meat Damage Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What .17 HMR ammunition was tested in the Savage 93 rifle?

The test featured two types of .17 HMR ammunition: CCI Gamepoint, a 20-grain jacketed soft point traveling at 2375 FPS, and Hornady V-Max, a 17-grain ballistic tip with a velocity of 2550 FPS.

How did the .17 HMR rounds perform on the chicken target?

Both .17 HMR rounds caused significant tissue destruction. The 20-grain CCI round appeared to create a larger wound cavity compared to the 17-grain Hornady round in this experimental test.

What rifle was used for the .17 HMR ammunition test?

The ammunition test was conducted using a Savage 93 rifle, which is a bolt-action firearm chambered in .17 HMR and equipped with a scope.

What is the purpose of using a chicken as a ballistic medium?

Using a raw chicken serves as an accessible, albeit less precise, alternative to ballistic gel for visually demonstrating bullet expansion and the resulting wound cavity. It helps illustrate terminal performance characteristics.

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