👌Are YOU Going DEEP Enough?👌

Published on August 7, 2022
Duration: 9:13

This video provides a detailed ballistics test of the Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm 135-grain ammunition, conducted by an experienced firearms instructor. The test evaluates projectile velocity from different barrel lengths (3-inch P365 and ~4.25-inch P80) and measures penetration and expansion in ballistic gel. The instructor highlights the ammunition's deep penetration capabilities, comparing its performance to Hornady Critical Duty, and emphasizes the importance of penetration over excessive expansion for terminal ballistics.

Quick Summary

The Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm 135 grain ammunition is designed for deep penetration with controlled expansion. In testing, it achieved velocities of 971 fps from a 3-inch barrel and 1015 fps from a longer barrel, with penetration reaching up to 18.75 inches in ballistic gel. The instructor highlights penetration as the most crucial factor for effective self-defense ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:26Federal Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm Ammo Overview
  3. 01:23Firearms Used: P365 & P80
  4. 01:38Velocity Testing: P365 (3-inch barrel)
  5. 02:19Velocity Testing: P80 (~4.25-inch barrel)
  6. 03:10Ballistic Gel Testing: P365 Shot
  7. 03:54Ballistic Gel Testing: P80 Shot
  8. 04:17Gel Test Results: Wound Channels & Penetration
  9. 05:29Penetration Depth Measurements
  10. 05:50Projectile Recovery & Expansion Analysis
  11. 06:44Expansion Diameter Measurements
  12. 07:10Conclusion: Hydra-Shok Deep Performance
  13. 07:44Final Thoughts & Recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm 135 grain ammunition known for?

The Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm 135 grain ammunition is known for its deep penetration capabilities, achieved through a spear-point design that promotes controlled expansion. It aims to balance expansion with the ability to reach vital organs through barriers.

What velocities were achieved with the Federal Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm?

In testing, the Federal Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm 135 grain averaged 971 feet per second from a 3-inch barrel (Sig P365) and 1015 feet per second from a longer barrel (approx. 4.25 inches, P80).

How much penetration did the Federal Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm achieve in ballistic gel?

The Federal Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm 135 grain demonstrated significant penetration, reaching 18.75 inches from a 3-inch barrel and 17.5 inches from a longer barrel in ballistic gel tests.

What is the instructor's opinion on expansion versus penetration for self-defense ammunition?

The instructor emphasizes that deep penetration is more critical than excessive expansion for self-defense ammunition. A projectile must reach vital organs to be effective, and if it cannot penetrate deeply enough, its expansion capabilities become less relevant.

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