429 DE vs 50 AE vs 44 Magnum vs Pine Boards!

Published on May 22, 2019
Duration: 6:30

This ballistic test compares the penetration power of .429 DE, .50 AE, and .44 Magnum rounds through 41 pine boards. The .429 DE and .50 AE tied, penetrating 11 boards, while the .44 Magnum penetrated 10 boards. The test highlights differences in performance between these powerful handgun cartridges.

Quick Summary

In a pine board penetration test, the .429 DE and .50 AE cartridges both penetrated 11 boards, while the .44 Magnum penetrated 10 boards. The .429 DE achieved 1522 fps with 240gr JSP, .44 Magnum 1429 fps with 240gr JHP, and .50 AE 1463 fps with 300gr JHP.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 01:10Caliber Comparison
  3. 01:31.429 DE Penetration Test
  4. 02:33.44 Magnum Penetration Test
  5. 03:16.50 AE Penetration Test
  6. 04:26Final Results & Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the penetration difference between .429 DE, .50 AE, and .44 Magnum in the pine board test?

In the test using 41 pine boards, both the .429 DE and .50 AE cartridges penetrated 11 boards. The .44 Magnum cartridge penetrated 10 boards, showing slightly less penetration power in this specific comparison.

What ammunition was used for the .429 DE, .50 AE, and .44 Magnum penetration tests?

The .429 DE test used Glacier Ridge 240gr Jacketed Soft Points. The .44 Magnum test utilized Underwood Ammo 240gr Jacketed Hollow Points, and the .50 AE test featured Underwood Ammo 300gr Jacketed Hollow Points.

What were the velocities recorded for the tested handgun calibers?

The .429 DE averaged 1522 fps, the .44 Magnum averaged 1429 fps, and the .50 AE averaged 1463 fps during the penetration tests. These velocities were measured using a chronograph.

How many pine boards were used in the Kentucky Ballistics penetration test?

Kentucky Ballistics used a total of 41 pine boards for the penetration test. Each board measured 3/4 inch thick, creating a substantial barrier to compare the stopping power of the .429 DE, .50 AE, and .44 Magnum cartridges.

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