A Bargain Aint Always a Bargain....Winchester White Box .45acp Self-Defense AMMO Test!

Published on January 5, 2024
Duration: 14:48

This video tests Winchester White Box .45 ACP 230-grain jacketed hollow-point ammunition for self-defense effectiveness. The tests involved velocity measurements from a 4.25-inch and a 5-inch barrel, followed by ballistic gel testing with a heavy clothing barrier. While the ammunition showed some expansion and penetration, the results were deemed inconsistent and not cost-effective compared to higher-performing alternatives.

Quick Summary

Winchester White Box .45 ACP 230-grain JHP ammunition averaged 783 ft/s from a 4.25-inch barrel and 818 ft/s from a 5-inch barrel, below the advertised 880 ft/s. Expansion was inconsistent, with some rounds tumbling and showing no expansion, while others achieved minor expansion and penetrated around 21-22 inches in ballistic gel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Cold Weather Range Setup
  2. 00:16Winchester White Box .45 ACP 230gr JHP Overview
  3. 01:09Advertised Velocity vs. Expectations
  4. 01:33Firearms Used: Taurus Commander & Rock Island 1911
  5. 02:03Velocity Test: Taurus Commander (4.25" Barrel)
  6. 03:27Velocity Test: Rock Island 1911 (5" Barrel)
  7. 04:39Ballistic Gel Test Setup & Expectations
  8. 05:12Gel Test Results: Taurus Commander (4.25")
  9. 05:46Gel Test Results: Rock Island 1911 (5") - First Round
  10. 06:25Gel Test: Additional Round from Rock Island 1911
  11. 06:52Post-Gel Test Analysis: Taurus vs. Rock Island
  12. 10:11Projectile Examination: Expansion & Deformation
  13. 11:16Projectile Weight & Size Measurements
  14. 12:11Conclusion: Winchester White Box .45 ACP Performance & Value
  15. 13:04Final Verdict: Calling the Test a Fail
  16. 14:03Viewer Engagement & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the average velocities for Winchester White Box .45 ACP 230-grain JHP?

The Winchester White Box .45 ACP 230-grain JHP ammunition averaged 783 ft/s from a 4.25-inch barrel and 818 ft/s from a 5-inch barrel. These velocities were notably lower than the advertised 880 ft/s on the ammunition box.

Did the Winchester White Box .45 ACP ammunition expand in the ballistic gel test?

Expansion was inconsistent. The round fired from the 4.25-inch barrel showed some expansion, while the rounds from the 5-inch barrel did not expand and even tumbled, with one showing minor deformation after tumbling.

What was the penetration depth of the Winchester White Box .45 ACP ammunition in the gel test?

Penetration was similar for all tested rounds, ranging from approximately 21 to 22 inches in the ballistic gel, even with the lack of consistent expansion from some projectiles.

Is Winchester White Box .45 ACP considered a good value for self-defense ammunition?

The instructor concluded that Winchester White Box .45 ACP is not a good value, as it is often priced higher than other ammunition options that provide significantly better performance, particularly in terms of expansion.

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