Armscor .22WMR Pistol & Rifle Ballistic Gel Test & Review

Published on March 31, 2024
Duration: 14:43

This video tests Armscor .22WMR ammunition from both a pistol (Kel-Tec PMR30) and a rifle (Rossi RS22M) using ballistic gel. Close-range testing revealed inconsistent expansion from the pistol, with one shot showing jacket separation and minimal nose disruption, while another expanded slightly after passing through two layers of t-shirt. The rifle consistently achieved better expansion, mushrooming to approximately .30 caliber in bare gel and through four layers of denim, though the presenter suggests this expansion may not be sufficient for longer ranges.

Quick Summary

Armscor .22WMR 40-grain hollow-point ammunition was tested in ballistic gel from both a pistol and a rifle. The rifle consistently achieved expansion to approximately .30 caliber, while the pistol showed inconsistent results, including jacket separation and minimal expansion, especially without barrier material.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:34Ammunition Details
  3. 00:43Ballistic Gel Setup
  4. 01:18Pistol Used: Kel-Tec PMR30
  5. 01:32Rifle Used: Rossi RS22M
  6. 01:39Shooting Distance & Plan
  7. 02:04First Pistol Shot Results
  8. 02:24Rifle Shot Results
  9. 03:01Gel Block Overview
  10. 03:21Second Pistol Shot
  11. 04:03Second Pistol Shot Analysis
  12. 05:00Penetration Measurements
  13. 05:35Clothing Barrier Test Decision
  14. 05:54Denim Barrier Test: Pistol & Rifle
  15. 06:32Denim Test Results Analysis
  16. 07:16T-Shirt Barrier Test Setup
  17. 07:57T-Shirt Test: Pistol Shots
  18. 08:30T-Shirt Test Results Analysis
  19. 10:24Summary of All Test Results
  20. 11:30Retained Weight & Expansion Measurements
  21. 13:44Overall Performance Summary & Conclusion
  22. 14:03Future Long-Range Rifle Test
  23. 14:07Related Video Links

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Armscor .22WMR ammunition perform in ballistic gel from a pistol?

From a pistol with a 3-inch barrel at close range, Armscor .22WMR 40-grain hollow points showed inconsistent expansion. One shot experienced jacket separation with minimal nose disruption, while another, after passing through two layers of t-shirt, showed slight expansion.

What were the results of the Armscor .22WMR rifle ballistic gel test?

When fired from a 21-inch barrel rifle, Armscor .22WMR 40-grain ammunition consistently expanded, mushrooming to approximately .30 caliber in bare gel and through four layers of denim. Penetration depths were around 14-15 inches.

Did Armscor .22WMR ammunition expand through barriers?

The rifle consistently expanded the .22WMR rounds through four layers of denim. The pistol showed minimal to no expansion through denim, but some slight expansion was observed after passing through two layers of t-shirt.

What is the expected performance of Armscor .22WMR at longer ranges?

Based on close-range testing, the presenter speculates that Armscor .22WMR ammunition, particularly from the rifle, may have limited expansion at longer distances like 50 or 100 yards due to its performance characteristics.

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