Brenneke Magnum 3" .410 Slug Ballistic Gel Test & Review

Published on December 8, 2024
Duration: 13:16

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test of Brenneke 3-inch Magnum .410 slugs. The instructor, with apparent experience in ballistics testing, evaluates penetration, wound cavity creation, and velocity from two different barrel lengths. The results are compared to previous tests of Winchester and Remington slugs, highlighting the Brenneke's significant wound channel despite velocities falling short of advertised specifications.

Quick Summary

The Brenneke 3-inch Magnum .410 slugs delivered impressive performance in ballistic gelatin, creating a large wound cavity without expansion and achieving significant penetration of over 20 inches. While velocities were lower than advertised, their flat-nosed design contributed to effective impact.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Brenneke .410 Magnum Slugs
  2. 00:09Previous Tests & Expectations
  3. 00:41Ballistic Gelatin Setup & Calibration
  4. 01:20Chronograph Setup & Barrel Options
  5. 01:33Velocity Test: 22-inch Barrel
  6. 04:21Velocity Test: 26-inch Barrel
  7. 05:09Velocity Analysis & Comparison
  8. 06:04Ballistic Gel Test: First Shot
  9. 06:50Wound Cavity & Slug Condition
  10. 07:17Slug Design: Flat Nose Impact
  11. 08:14Ballistic Gel Test: Second Shot
  12. 09:11Visualizing Wound Channels
  13. 09:31Slug Weight & Components
  14. 10:00Slug Expansion Measurement
  15. 11:11Expansion Comparison: Both Shots
  16. 12:34Conclusion & Further Videos

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Brenneke 3-inch Magnum .410 slugs perform in ballistic gelatin?

The Brenneke 3-inch Magnum .410 slugs created a remarkably large wound cavity in ballistic gelatin without expanding. They achieved significant penetration, around 20.5 to 21.5 inches, despite velocities falling below advertised specifications.

What were the recorded velocities for the Brenneke 3-inch Magnum .410 slugs?

Velocities for the Brenneke 3-inch Magnum .410 slugs were measured at approximately 1533 fps from a 22-inch barrel and 1594 fps from a 26-inch barrel. These readings were notably lower than the advertised 1755 fps.

Did the Brenneke .410 slugs expand during the ballistic gel test?

No, the Brenneke .410 slugs did not exhibit significant expansion. They maintained a relatively consistent diameter of around 0.50 caliber after impact, with some minor deformation to the nose due to their flat-nosed design.

How did the Brenneke .410 slugs compare to Winchester and Remington slugs?

In ballistic gel tests, the Brenneke 3-inch Magnum .410 slugs produced a vastly different and much larger wound cavity compared to previously tested Winchester and Remington .410 slugs, indicating superior performance in this regard.

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