Ammo vs Ammo!...45 Auto Ammo Inc. Standard vs X-Def Self-Defense Ballistic Gel Test!

Published on September 30, 2023
Duration: 13:38

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test comparing two .45 ACP ammunition types from Ammo Inc.: their Standard Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) and the X-Def round. The test includes a heavy clothing barrier and measures velocity, penetration, and expansion. The presenter, an experienced shooter, offers insights into the performance differences, particularly noting the tumbling effect of the standard JHP versus the straighter path of the X-Def.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic gel test with a heavy clothing barrier, Ammo Inc.'s .45 ACP X-Def (230 grain) demonstrated superior performance over the Standard JHP. The X-Def achieved 15.5 inches of penetration with symmetrical expansion and a straight trajectory, while the Standard JHP tumbled, causing more disruption but exiting backward with 18 inches of penetration.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:41Ammunition Overview: Ammo Inc. Standard vs X-Def
  3. 01:59Previous X-Def Performance Notes
  4. 02:20Firearm Used: Taurus 1911 Commander
  5. 02:37Velocity Test: Ammo Inc. Standard JHP
  6. 04:12Velocity Test: Ammo Inc. X-Def
  7. 05:44Ballistic Gel Test Setup
  8. 06:06Standard JHP Fired into Gel
  9. 06:37X-Def Fired into Gel
  10. 07:10Gel Test Results: Standard JHP Analysis
  11. 07:52Gel Test Results: X-Def Analysis
  12. 08:57Top-Down View: Tumbling vs. Straight Path
  13. 09:41Projectile Examination
  14. 10:39Weight Retention Test
  15. 11:00Expansion Measurements
  16. 11:23Conclusion: Standard JHP vs. X-Def
  17. 12:08Final Thoughts and Surprises
  18. 12:50Viewer Engagement and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Ammo Inc.'s .45 ACP Standard JHP perform in ballistic gel with a clothing barrier?

The Ammo Inc. .45 ACP Standard JHP (230 grain) tumbled significantly after passing through a heavy clothing barrier. This tumbling caused extensive disruption in the ballistic gel, with the bullet exiting backward. It achieved 18 inches of penetration and some expansion, retaining 229.5 grains of its original weight.

What were the results for the Ammo Inc. X-Def .45 ACP round in the ballistic gel test?

The Ammo Inc. X-Def .45 ACP (230 grain) round traveled a straighter path without tumbling, resulting in a cleaner wound channel. It achieved 15.5 inches of penetration and demonstrated more symmetrical expansion than the standard JHP, retaining 229.3 grains of its weight.

Which .45 ACP ammunition from Ammo Inc. did the presenter prefer and why?

The presenter preferred the Ammo Inc. X-Def round due to its consistent straight-line performance and more even, symmetrical expansion. While the standard JHP's tumbling caused disruption, the presenter favored the predictability and controlled expansion of the X-Def for self-defense applications.

What were the average velocities for the tested .45 ACP ammunition from a 4.25-inch barrel?

The Ammo Inc. Standard JHP (230 grain) averaged 874 ft/s, falling short of its advertised 920 ft/s. The Ammo Inc. X-Def (230 grain) averaged 884 ft/s, also below its advertised 900 ft/s. Both velocities were considered low for optimal expansion.

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