Chronograph Velocity Differences Between Brands and Types

This video provides a detailed ballistic comparison between 9mm Luger and .45 ACP, focusing on energy retention at 100 yards. The analysis, conducted by an instructor using a LabRadar, highlights how the .45 ACP, despite a lower muzzle velocity, retains more kinetic energy at distance than the 9mm.

This video provides a detailed 100-yard ballistics comparison between the 6.5 Grendel and 50 Beowulf cartridges, utilizing a LabRadar for precise velocity and energy measurements. The analysis, conducted by an instructor with high authority, highlights the 6.5 Grendel's superior aerodynamic efficiency, showing it nearly matches the 50 Beowulf in kinetic energy at 100 yards despite a significant muzzle velocity difference, suggesting potential for greater energy retention at longer distances with less recoil.

This video provides a direct comparison of .300 Blackout and 5.56 NATO energy output out to 75 yards, using two 16-inch barrel AR-15 platforms and specific handloads. The analysis, conducted by The Gun Dungeon Host, utilizes a LabRadar to measure velocity and calculate energy, concluding that .300 Blackout offers significantly more energy at these distances, making it a strong contender for deer hunting where a minimum of 1000 ft-lbs is often recommended.

This comprehensive AR-15 barrel length test by Garand Thumb, featuring Noveske rifles and Primary Arms optics, provides empirical data on velocity, drop, and accuracy across six barrel lengths (10.3" to 16"). The analysis, aided by an engineer and LabRadar, highlights the critical role of velocity for 5.56 NATO effectiveness and offers specific application recommendations for each barrel length, from CQB to open environments.

Nutnfancy, an established firearms expert, tests the IMI 77gr Razor Core 5.56mm ammunition using a custom AR-15 'TNP SPR' rifle mounted on a Suzuki V-Strom motorcycle. The test focuses on accuracy and velocity from an improvised shooting platform. The IMI 77gr load demonstrated sub-MOA accuracy and consistent velocities, making it a recommended choice for precision shooting applications.

This video provides a detailed ballistic comparison between 6.5 Grendel and 7.62x39 cartridges, focusing on energy and velocity retention at 100 yards. Expert analysis highlights the 6.5 Grendel's superior downrange performance due to its higher ballistic coefficient, making it a more effective choice for hunting at extended ranges compared to the 7.62x39.

This head-to-head accuracy test compares the Ruger 10/22 and Marlin Model 60 .22 LR rifles. Both rifles demonstrated tight groups at 25 yards with various ammunition types. The Marlin Model 60 features a 17-round tube magazine and last-shot bolt hold-open, while the Ruger 10/22 is known for its extensive aftermarket support and 10-round rotary magazine.

This .38 Special ballistics gel test evaluated five different loads fired from a Smith & Wesson 642 snub-nose revolver. Only the Federal HST Micro and Hornady Critical Defense demonstrated reliable expansion, with the HST Micro showing a significant wound track despite shallower penetration. Lighter, expanding bullets appear more effective in short-barreled revolvers.

This ballistic gel test compares 9mm +P and .40 S&W HST ammunition. The .40 S&W demonstrated more dramatic expansion, while the 9mm +P achieved greater penetration. The host notes that .40 S&W offers superior terminal ballistics, but 9mm provides advantages in capacity and recoil management, especially in compact firearms.

This video provides a first look at the .50 Beowulf cartridge fired from an AR-15 platform rifle. It demonstrates the loading process, live fire, and the significant impact on steel targets. The footage highlights the rifle's side-charging mechanism and a Vortex red dot optic, showcasing the raw power of this big bore round.