.44 Special Wadcutter Test

Published on March 19, 2026
Duration: 0:53

This video provides a practical test of .44 Special wadcutter ammunition, featuring a custom Charter Arms .44 Bulldog revolver. The test includes visual inspection of the ammunition and firearm, live-fire demonstration, and crucial ballistic data captured by a Garmin Xero Chronograph. The instructor, demonstrating experienced authority, shares velocity readings (Avg 555.2 FPS, Min 501.3 FPS, Max 606.7 FPS) from four shots.

Quick Summary

The .44 Special wadcutter ammunition test, conducted with a Charter Arms .44 Bulldog, recorded an average muzzle velocity of 555.2 FPS. The chronograph data showed a minimum velocity of 501.3 FPS and a maximum of 606.7 FPS over four shots, providing valuable ballistic insights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: .44 Special Wadcutter Test
  2. 00:03Reloading .44 Special Wadcutter Ammunition
  3. 00:08Charter Arms .44 Bulldog Introduction
  4. 00:11Garmin Xero Chronograph Ballistics Data
  5. 00:17Loading the Revolver with Wadcutters
  6. 00:33Live Fire Test: .44 Special Wadcutter
  7. 00:43Conclusion and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the ballistic results for the .44 Special wadcutter ammunition tested?

During the test with the Charter Arms .44 Bulldog, the .44 Special wadcutter ammunition yielded an average muzzle velocity of 555.2 FPS. The minimum velocity recorded was 501.3 FPS, and the maximum velocity reached 606.7 FPS over four shots.

What firearm was used in the .44 Special wadcutter test?

The firearm used for the .44 Special wadcutter ammunition test was a custom Charter Arms .44 Bulldog revolver. This specific model was presented with the wadcutter rounds for the demonstration and live-fire evaluation.

What tools were used to measure the performance of the .44 Special wadcutters?

A Garmin Xero Chronograph was utilized to measure the ballistic performance of the .44 Special wadcutter ammunition. This device provided precise velocity data for each shot fired during the test.

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