Can Wheelgun Get It Done?...Remington Wheelgun .357 Magnum Semi-Wadcutter Ballistic Gel AMMO Test!

Published on March 15, 2026
Duration: 12:21

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the Remington Performance Wheelgun .357 Magnum 158gr Lead Semi-Wadcutter ammunition, tested through a 4-inch Ruger GP100 and a 6-inch Colt Python. The presenter, demonstrating significant expertise with specialized equipment, details chronograph readings, ballistic gel penetration, and recovered bullet analysis, offering valuable insights into the ammunition's performance characteristics with different barrel lengths.

Quick Summary

Expert ballistic gel testing reveals the Remington Performance Wheelgun .357 Magnum 158gr SWC achieves 1247 fps from a 4-inch Ruger GP100 and 1360 fps from a 6-inch Colt Python. Penetration exceeded 32 inches from the 4-inch barrel and reached 27 inches from the 6-inch barrel, with notable bullet deformation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:37Ammunition Details
  3. 01:20Firearms Used for Testing
  4. 01:40Velocity Test: Ruger GP100 (4-inch)
  5. 03:18Velocity Test: Colt Python (6-inch)
  6. 04:31Ballistic Gel Test
  7. 05:50Gel Penetration and Bullet Deformation
  8. 08:29Recovered Bullet Analysis
  9. 10:23Conclusion and Recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Remington Performance Wheelgun .357 Magnum 158gr SWC perform in ballistic gel?

The 4-inch Ruger GP100 round penetrated over 32 inches, while the 6-inch Colt Python round penetrated 27 inches. Both showed deformation, with the Python round expanding more significantly due to higher velocity.

What were the average velocities for the .357 Magnum test?

From a 4-inch Ruger GP100, the average velocity was 1247 fps. From a 6-inch Colt Python, the average velocity was 1360 fps, demonstrating a significant increase with the longer barrel.

How much did the recovered bullets weigh after the ballistic gel test?

The bullet recovered from the GP100 test weighed 155.4 grains, and the bullet recovered from the Python test weighed 157.2 grains. Both were close to the advertised 158-grain weight.

What is the difference in performance between a 4-inch and 6-inch .357 Magnum barrel?

A 6-inch barrel, like the Colt Python, yields significantly higher muzzle velocity (1360 fps vs 1247 fps) and greater bullet expansion compared to a 4-inch barrel, like the Ruger GP100, with the same ammunition.

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