Desert Eagle 50 AE vs Ballistics Gel

Published on August 4, 2017
Duration: 5:55

This video details a ballistics test of the Desert Eagle in .50 AE using Underwood Ammo against Clear Ballistics gel. The 300gr JHP achieved 26.5 inches of penetration with excellent expansion, while the 325gr JHP stopped at 23 inches with significant expansion and some fragmentation. Both projectiles demonstrated impressive terminal performance.

Quick Summary

The Desert Eagle .50 AE test showed the 300gr JHP penetrated 26.5 inches with excellent expansion to .832", while the 325gr JHP penetrated 23 inches with .836" expansion and some fragmentation.

Chapters

  1. 00:14Introduction: Desert Eagle .50 AE & Ballistics Gel Test
  2. 00:43Underwood Ammo Overview: 300gr & 325gr JHP
  3. 01:01Testing the 300 Grain JHP Round
  4. 01:50Results: 300 Grain JHP Penetration & Expansion
  5. 02:32Testing the 325 Grain JHP Round
  6. 03:04Results: 325 Grain JHP Penetration & Expansion
  7. 03:38Technical Measurements: Bullet Weight & Expansion

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the results of the 300 grain Underwood Ammo .50 AE JHP fired into ballistics gel?

The 300 grain JHP bullet penetrated approximately 26.5 inches into 48 inches of ballistics gel. It showed excellent expansion, reaching a diameter of .832", and the wound channel extended to 28 inches.

How did the 325 grain Underwood Ammo .50 AE JHP perform in the ballistics gel test?

The 325 grain JHP bullet penetrated about 23 inches into the ballistics gel. It exhibited significant expansion to .836" and created a large wound channel, though it experienced some fragmentation.

What is the advertised velocity and energy for Underwood Ammo's .50 AE 300gr JHP?

Underwood Ammo advertises their 300 grain Bonded JHP .50 AE load with a velocity of 1,550 feet per second and an energy rating of 1,600 foot-pounds.

What are the key technical specifications for the Desert Eagle chambered in .50 AE?

The Desert Eagle in .50 AE typically features a 6-inch barrel, a capacity of 7+1 rounds, weighs around 4.4 lbs, and has an MSRP ranging from $1,600 to $2,100.

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