5.7X28mm SS197SR Clear Ballistic Gel Test | 40gr Hornady Vmax Bullet

Published on January 14, 2023
Duration: 9:04

This video details a ballistic gel test of the 5.7x28mm FN SS197SR ammunition featuring a 40-grain Hornady V-Max bullet. The test, conducted using a PSA Rock 5.7 handgun, measured penetration, wound channel characteristics, and bullet expansion. The presenter noted good penetration and wound channels but minimal bullet expansion, suggesting a tumbling effect rather than traditional mushrooming.

Quick Summary

The 5.7x28mm FN SS197SR ammunition, loaded with a 40-grain Hornady V-Max bullet, achieved good wound channels and penetration up to 15 inches in ballistic gel. However, bullet expansion was minimal, with only slight tip deformation observed, and the bullet tended to tumble.

Chapters

  1. 00:46Introduction: 5.7x28mm Ballistics Test
  2. 01:00Ammunition: FN SS197SR 40gr Hornady V-Max
  3. 01:42Firearm: PSA Rock 5.7 Handgun
  4. 01:59Test Setup: Gel Block and Clothing Layers
  5. 02:47Shot 1: Velocity and Wound Track Analysis
  6. 03:51Shot 2: Penetration and Bullet Performance
  7. 05:03Shot 3: Final Performance and Tumbling Effect
  8. 05:31Bullet Examination: Expansion and Deformation
  9. 06:26Recovered Bullets: Detailed Inspection
  10. 07:20Conclusion: Carry Recommendation and FMJ Comparison
  11. 08:03Home Defense Application: 5.7x28mm Handgun

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the performance of the 5.7x28mm FN SS197SR ammunition in ballistic gel?

The 5.7x28mm FN SS197SR ammunition, featuring a 40-grain Hornady V-Max bullet, demonstrated good wound channels and penetration up to 15 inches in ballistic gel. However, bullet expansion was minimal, with observed tip deformation and a tendency for the bullet to tumble.

What firearm was used for the 5.7x28mm ballistic gel test?

The ballistic gel test for the 5.7x28mm FN SS197SR ammunition was conducted using a PSA Rock 5.7 full-size handgun. This handgun model features a magazine capacity of 23 rounds, making it a substantial option for various applications.

Does the 40-grain Hornady V-Max bullet expand significantly in ballistic gel?

In this ballistic gel test, the 40-grain Hornady V-Max bullet used in the FN SS197SR cartridge showed very little expansion. The primary observed effect was slight deformation of the bullet's tip, rather than significant mushrooming.

What is the typical penetration depth for 5.7x28mm SS197SR ammunition?

During the ballistic gel test, the 5.7x28mm FN SS197SR ammunition achieved penetration depths ranging from approximately 14 to 15 inches. The first shot recorded the deepest penetration at around 15 inches.

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