9mm Winchester Ranger One 147gr Ballistics Gel Test | CZ 75 and Sig P365

Published on July 12, 2025
Duration: 8:39

This video tests Winchester Ranger 147gr bonded 9mm ammunition using a Sig P365 (short barrel) and CZ 75 (long barrel). The tests included chronograph readings, gel penetration, and expansion with and without a four-layer denim barrier. The instructor noted inconsistent expansion with the denim barrier and generally found 147gr loads less impressive from short barrels.

Quick Summary

Winchester Ranger 147gr bonded 9mm ammunition showed inconsistent expansion when fired through a four-layer denim barrier in a ballistics gel test. While velocities varied, the instructor noted better expansion without denim but expressed general skepticism about 147gr loads from short-barreled pistols for self-defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:43Introduction and Test Setup
  2. 01:19Firearm Selection: Sig P365 and CZ 75
  3. 01:40Short Barrel Test (with Denim)
  4. 03:53Short Barrel Test (without Denim)
  5. 04:37Long Barrel Test (with Denim)
  6. 05:38Long Barrel Test (without Denim)
  7. 06:40Bullet Recovery and Analysis
  8. 07:27Conclusion and Instructor's Take

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Winchester Ranger 147gr bonded 9mm perform in a ballistics gel test with a denim barrier?

In the test, Winchester Ranger 147gr bonded 9mm ammunition showed inconsistent expansion when fired through a four-layer denim barrier. Some shots exhibited minimal or no expansion, leading the instructor to question its reliability for self-defense in such conditions.

What were the velocity results for Winchester Ranger 147gr bonded 9mm from a Sig P365 and CZ 75?

The Sig P365 (short barrel) recorded velocities around 970-930 ft/s, while the CZ 75 (long barrel) achieved higher velocities, reaching up to 1083 ft/s. These readings were taken using a chronograph during the test.

Does 147gr 9mm ammunition perform well from short-barreled handguns according to this test?

The instructor expressed skepticism about 147gr 9mm hollow points, especially from short barrels, noting they often struggle. While expansion was better without denim, the overall wound tracks were not deemed highly impressive for personal defense.

What firearms were used in the Winchester Ranger 147gr ballistics gel test?

The ballistics gel test utilized a Sig P365 for the short-barrel platform and a CZ 75 for the longer-barrel platform. Both firearms were used to evaluate the performance of the Winchester Ranger 147gr bonded 9mm ammunition.

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