A .300 Blackout That Isn't Awful?!? .300 AAC 123gr Power Strike Gel Test

Published on October 18, 2019
Duration: 7:42

This video provides an expert-level ballistic gel test of the .300 AAC Blackout 123gr Power Strike ammunition, conducted by an experienced instructor. The test details penetration, fragmentation, and velocity from an 8-inch AR-15 upper, offering insights into its performance for self-defense applications and comparing it to other ammunition types.

Quick Summary

The .300 AAC Blackout 123gr Power Strike ammunition, tested from an 8-inch barrel, achieved 14.2 inches of penetration in 10% ballistic gel with extensive fragmentation and only 9.4 grains of retained weight. Its average velocity was 2,376 fps, offering a solution for self-defense where reduced over-penetration is desired.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to .300 AAC Power Strike
  2. 00:40Live Fire and High-Speed Analysis
  3. 01:16Gel Inspection and Measurements
  4. 04:50Summary of Ballistic Results
  5. 06:26Velocity Data Analysis
  6. 06:45Comparison and Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the key ballistic performance metrics for the .300 AAC 123gr Power Strike from an 8-inch barrel?

The .300 AAC 123gr Power Strike achieved 14.2 inches of penetration in 10% ballistic gel, with significant fragmentation resulting in only 9.4 grains of retained weight. The average velocity from the 8-inch barrel was 2,376 fps.

How does the .300 AAC 123gr Power Strike compare to other .300 Blackout self-defense rounds like the Barnes 110gr Tac-TX?

The 123gr Power Strike offers less penetration (around 14.2 inches) and more fragmentation than the Barnes 110gr Tac-TX (often exceeding 18 inches). This makes the Power Strike a potential option for self-defense where minimizing over-penetration is a priority.

What type of bullet construction does the .300 AAC 123gr Power Strike feature?

The .300 AAC 123gr Power Strike features a copper jacket and a sintered metal core. This construction leads to extensive fragmentation upon impact with soft targets.

What was the average velocity and velocity spread for the tested .300 AAC 123gr Power Strike ammunition?

From an 8-inch barrel, the tested .300 AAC 123gr Power Strike ammunition had an average velocity of 2,376 fps. The velocity spread across five shots was 46 fps, with a standard deviation of 19.54.

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