44 Mag vs 454 Casull vs 480 Ruger: Not Even Close?

Published on December 13, 2024
Duration: 15:50

This review compares the .44 Magnum, .454 Casull, and .480 Ruger through various tests including lumber, concrete, steel, and ballistic gel. The .454 Casull consistently outperformed the others in penetration and energy transfer, particularly against steel and in gel tests, making it the overall winner. While the .44 Magnum struggled with penetration, the .480 Ruger showed significant power but was ultimately outmatched by the .454 Casull.

Quick Summary

The .454 Casull emerged as the winner in a comparison against the .44 Magnum and .480 Ruger, demonstrating superior velocity (1822 fps), energy (1828 ft-lbs), and penetration through steel plates and ballistic gel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Lumber Test (.44 Mag)
  2. 00:53Lumber Test (.480 Ruger)
  3. 01:54Lumber Test (.454 Casull) & Round 1 Results
  4. 02:46Gear Spotlight: Kore Essentials Belts
  5. 03:16Concrete Block Penetration Test
  6. 05:02Mild Steel Plate Testing
  7. 08:34Velocity and Energy Data
  8. 08:50Water Jug and Ballistic Gel Performance
  9. 11:23Final Ballistic Gel Analysis & Winner

Frequently Asked Questions

Which handgun caliber is most powerful: .44 Magnum, .454 Casull, or .480 Ruger?

Based on extensive testing, the .454 Casull is the most powerful of the three calibers. It demonstrated superior velocity, energy, and penetration capabilities in tests against steel plates and ballistic gel compared to both the .44 Magnum and .480 Ruger.

How did the .44 Magnum perform against barriers compared to .454 Casull and .480 Ruger?

The .44 Magnum struggled significantly against barriers. It failed to penetrate a lumber block completely and only left dents in steel plates, whereas the .454 Casull and .480 Ruger showed much greater penetration capabilities.

What were the key differences in ballistic gel performance between these large revolver cartridges?

In ballistic gel, the .454 Casull created the most devastating wound channel and offered a good balance of energy and penetration. The .480 Ruger showed significant expansion but less penetration than the .454 Casull, while the .44 Magnum had the least impressive performance.

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