.22 WRF Ballistic Gel Test & Review - 22 Winchester Rimfire

This review by Tools&Targets compares PPU and Magtech .32 ACP JHP ammunition through ballistic gel and velocity testing. The expert instructor found neither performed exceptionally well, with limited expansion and penetration, suggesting better options like Buffalo Bore for .32 ACP self-defense. The Beretta 3032 Tomcat was used for testing.

This YouTube video focuses on a velocity test of .22 WMR (22 Magnum) ammunition, likely using a chronograph. The description mentions a review of the Rossi RS22M rifle and a WIN Varmint HV Gel Test, indicating a thorough examination of the cartridge's performance. It also provides links to various gear used in the video, including steel targets, cameras, and ballistic gelatin supplies, suggesting a practical, range-focused approach to evaluating ammunition and firearms.

This YouTube video presents a ballistic gel test of a 6-inch barrel .38 Special revolver, firing ammunition from Remington, Winchester, and Corbon. The description includes links to other videos featuring 2" and 3" barrel tests, a review of the revolver itself, and the creator's campsite page. It also lists various recommended gear for shooting, such as holsters, steel targets, cameras, ear protection, safety glasses, and reloading equipment. The video aims to demonstrate projectile performance and penetration in ballistic gelatin.

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing Buffalo Bore's .380 ACP hardcast, FMJ, and Xtreme Penetrator ammunition. The test is performed using a Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 2.0 pistol, focusing on heavy clothing penetration. The video emphasizes responsible firearm use and is filmed on a private range.

This video features a ballistic gel test of Buffalo Bore's 125-grain .357 Sig low-flash self-defense ammunition. The test utilizes a Glock 31 and Glock 33 pistols, and includes a heavy clothing simulation for a more realistic defensive scenario. The description emphasizes that all shooting is conducted under controlled, private range conditions and disclaims any affiliation with retailers or manufacturers. It also notes that no firearms or ammunition are offered for sale. The video aims to evaluate the performance of this specific defensive round.

This video provides an expert-level comparison of two 9mm +P rounds, Liberty Bear Country and Federal Solid Core, for potential bear defense. The test, conducted by the Tools&Targets host using ballistic gel and a Canik TP9 SFX, reveals significant differences in performance. The Liberty round fragmented extensively, penetrating 12.5 inches, while the Federal round maintained its integrity, achieving 24 inches of penetration. The host concludes that while both rounds perform as advertised, 9mm is generally insufficient for grizzly bear defense.

This video compares the terminal performance of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The test demonstrates a significant increase in destructive power from .22LR up to .45 ACP, with the larger calibers causing more explosive expansion and fragmentation. Specific hollow-point ammunition from Speer, Aguila, and Underwood was used, highlighting the importance of bullet construction for terminal ballistics.

Buckeye Ballistics conducted a comparative test of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating significant firearm and ballistics knowledge, emphasized extreme safety precautions due to ricochet risks. The test revealed that while larger calibers showed more damage, none could fully penetrate the concrete block's second wall, suggesting limitations for self-defense scenarios against hardened barriers.

This Taurus TX22 review details its performance with various .22 LR ammunition. While initially reliable with CCI Mini-Mags and cycling standard velocity rounds well, it encountered malfunctions with sub-sonic and high-velocity loads. A catastrophic failure occurred due to a squib load followed by a second shot, resulting in a bulged barrel and damaged magazine.

This video compares the terminal ballistics of .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR rimfire cartridges using cantaloupes as targets. The .22LR showed a clean pass-through with minor damage, the .22WMR caused an explosive front-face disintegration, and the .17HMR, despite its speed, disintegrated internally with no exit. The test highlights how different rimfire rounds perform on soft tissue simulants.