A Simply Excellent Solid Copper Hollow Point: The Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP Gel Test

Published on January 1, 2018
Duration: 4:25

This expert analysis from TFB TV details the performance of the Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP solid copper hollow point ammunition. Through rigorous ballistic gel and heavy clothing testing, the ammunition demonstrated excellent penetration, consistent expansion, and 100% weight retention. The test, conducted using a Springfield Armory XD-45, highlights the round's potential for self-defense applications, with a professional assessment of its terminal ballistics.

Quick Summary

The Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP ammunition, featuring a Barnes TAC-XP solid copper hollow point, achieved excellent results in ballistic gel tests, showing deep penetration (13.9"-16.6"), 100% weight retention, and significant expansion (approx. 0.816"), even through heavy clothing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP and Springfield XD-45
  2. 00:22Bare Ballistic Gel Test and Initial Observations
  3. 01:01Bare Gel Results Analysis: Penetration and Expansion
  4. 01:52Heavy Clothing Test Setup and Purpose
  5. 02:25Heavy Clothing Results Analysis: Performance Comparison
  6. 03:10Velocity Data and Final Recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP perform in ballistic gel tests?

The Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP demonstrated excellent performance, achieving penetration depths between 13.9" and 16.6" with 100% weight retention and significant expansion, even through four layers of denim.

What is the average velocity of the Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP round?

The average velocity recorded for the Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP round during the TFB TV test was 1,014.60 feet per second (fps), with a low standard deviation of 10.45 fps, indicating consistent performance.

Is the Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP suitable for self-defense?

Based on its consistent expansion, deep penetration, and 100% weight retention through barriers like denim, the Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP is considered a highly effective round for self-defense, provided it functions reliably in the user's firearm.

What firearm was used for the Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP ballistic testing?

The ballistic testing of the Asym .45 Auto 185gr TAC-XP ammunition was conducted using a Springfield Armory XD-45, a popular polymer-framed, striker-fired handgun chambered in .45 ACP.

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