Clear Impact Gun: Inceptor 45 ACP

Published on December 9, 2016
Duration: 2:32

Ed Combmes of Concealed Carry Magazine reviews the Inceptor ARX 45 Auto ammunition, testing its performance in ballistic gelatin. He highlights its unique copper polymer construction and the projectile's design, which creates a wide temporary wound channel by harnessing rifling rotation. The ammunition demonstrated significant penetration and did not expand or deform, making it a penetrator round.

Quick Summary

The Inceptor ARX 45 Auto is a solid copper polymer projectile that does not deform. Its unique nose design harnesses rifling rotation to create a wide temporary wound channel, achieving 14-15 inches of penetration in ballistic gelatin tests.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Inceptor ARX Overview
  2. 00:12Inceptor ARX 45 Auto Ammunition
  3. 00:25Projectile Construction and Design
  4. 00:35Wound Channel Creation Mechanism
  5. 00:54Firearm Used: Walther PPQ 45 ACP
  6. 01:10Ballistic Gelatin and Fabric Layers
  7. 01:28Test Results and Observations
  8. 01:45Penetration Depth and Performance
  9. 01:51Projectile Behavior: Non-Expanding Penetrator
  10. 02:07Performance Through Fabric Layers
  11. 02:13Future Testing Considerations
  12. 02:16Conclusion and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Inceptor ARX 45 Auto ammunition?

The Inceptor ARX 45 Auto is a solid slug projectile made of copper polymer. It is designed not to deform and utilizes its unique nose shape and rifling interaction to create a wide temporary wound channel.

How does the Inceptor ARX 45 Auto create a wound channel?

The Inceptor ARX 45 Auto's design, particularly the grooves on its nose, allows it to harness the rifling in the firearm's barrel. This rotation helps it move fluid out of the way quickly, creating a significant temporary wound channel.

What was the penetration depth of the Inceptor ARX 45 Auto in testing?

In ballistic gelatin tests, the Inceptor ARX 45 Auto ammunition achieved approximately 14 to 15 inches of penetration. The rounds are noted for their penetrative capabilities.

Does the Inceptor ARX 45 Auto expand or deform?

No, the Inceptor ARX 45 Auto is a solid slug that does not expand or deform upon impact. It is specifically designed as a penetrator round.

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