CCI Velocitor vs Aguila Interceptor .22lr Ballistic Gel Test

Published on February 12, 2021
Duration: 8:54

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing CCI Velocitor and Aguila Interceptor .22 LR hollow-point ammunition. Both rounds are 40-grain and fired from a Ruger 10/22 with an 18.5-inch barrel. The test measures penetration depth and projectile expansion in a 10-inch ballistic gelatin block.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic gel test comparing CCI Velocitor and Aguila Interceptor .22 LR hollow points, the CCI Velocitor penetrated approximately 10.5-10.75 inches, while the Aguila Interceptor reached 9.25-9.5 inches. Both rounds expanded significantly, with the Aguila showing slightly larger expansion and the Velocitor more uniform mushrooming.

Chapters

  1. 00:27Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 01:11First Shot: CCI Velocitor
  3. 01:16Second Shot: Aguila Interceptor
  4. 02:21Initial Gel Observation
  5. 03:06Wound Channel Measurement
  6. 04:37Split Measurement
  7. 05:26Locating Projectiles
  8. 06:01Aguila Interceptor Penetration Depth
  9. 06:42CCI Velocitor Penetration Depth
  10. 07:18Projectile Extraction & Final Look
  11. 07:51Results Comparison on Table
  12. 08:22Future Gel Tests & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the penetration difference between CCI Velocitor and Aguila Interceptor .22 LR in ballistic gel?

In a 10-inch ballistic gelatin block fired from a Ruger 10/22, the CCI Velocitor penetrated approximately 10.5 to 10.75 inches. The Aguila Interceptor penetrated slightly less, around 9.25 to 9.5 inches.

How do CCI Velocitor and Aguila Interceptor .22 LR hollow points expand?

Both rounds showed significant expansion in ballistic gel. The Aguila Interceptor appeared to have slightly larger expansion, while the CCI Velocitor exhibited a more uniform mushrooming effect.

What are the advertised velocities for CCI Velocitor and Aguila Interceptor .22 LR?

The CCI Velocitor is rated at 1435 feet per second, and the Aguila Interceptor is rated at 1470 feet per second. These velocities can influence terminal performance in ballistic testing.

What firearm was used for the .22 LR ballistic gel test?

The ballistic gel test was conducted using a Ruger 10/22 rifle equipped with a standard 18.5-inch barrel. This setup is common for testing .22 LR ammunition performance.

Related News

All News →

More Reviews Videos You Might Like

More from Buckeye Ballistics

View all →