Black Rambo AMMO!...Good To Go, or Just For Show? 9mm Self-Defense Ammo Ballistic Gel Test!

Published on July 13, 2024
Duration: 13:24

This video presents a comprehensive ballistic gel test of Black Rambo 9mm 124-grain XDE ammunition. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise in ammunition performance, tests the rounds from two different barrel lengths (3.1-inch and 4.2-inch) to evaluate velocity, expansion, and penetration. The results indicate excellent performance, with the ammunition meeting or exceeding advertised specifications and showing impressive expansion and consistent weight retention.

Quick Summary

Black Rambo 9mm 124-grain XDE ammunition demonstrated excellent performance in ballistic gel tests, achieving average velocities of 1123 fps from a 3.1-inch barrel and 1193 fps from a 4.2-inch barrel. The projectiles retained their full weight and showed impressive expansion, with diameters up to .694 inches, making it a highly effective self-defense round.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Range Setup
  2. 00:43Black Rambo 9mm XDE Ammo Overview
  3. 01:42Advertised vs. Actual Velocity
  4. 02:46Velocity Testing: MC9 (3.1" Barrel)
  5. 04:38Velocity Testing: Glock 17 (4.2" Barrel)
  6. 06:05Black Rambo Ammo: First Blood Gel Test
  7. 06:40MC9 Gel Test Results
  8. 06:54Glock 17 Gel Test Results
  9. 07:11Ballistic Gel Performance Analysis
  10. 08:39Projectile Penetration Depth
  11. 09:39Projectile Expansion & Weight Retention
  12. 10:51Overall Performance Verdict
  13. 11:37Conclusion & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the average velocities for Black Rambo 9mm 124-grain XDE ammunition?

From a 3.1-inch barrel (Mechanic Meta MC9), the average velocity was 1123 fps. From a 4.2-inch barrel (Glock 17), the average velocity was 1193 fps, exceeding the advertised 1185 fps from a 5-inch barrel.

How did Black Rambo 9mm XDE ammunition perform in ballistic gel tests?

The ammunition demonstrated textbook performance with immediate energy transfer, significant disruption, and impressive expansion. Both projectiles retained their full 124-grain weight, with expansion diameters reaching up to .694 inches.

What are the key features of Black Rambo 9mm XDE ammunition?

This ammunition features a 124-grain XDE projectile, a nickel-plated brass case, and a moly coating on the case and projectile for improved lubricity and feeding. It's designed for self-defense applications.

What barrel lengths were used to test the Black Rambo 9mm XDE ammunition?

The ammunition was tested from two different barrel lengths: a 3.1-inch barrel on a Mechanic Meta MC9 pistol and a 4.2-inch barrel on a Glock 17 pistol.

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