Did PMC BRONZE Bring Home The GOLD?....223 Soft Point AR-15 AMMO Test!

Published on May 21, 2023
Duration: 14:49

This video details a ballistic gel test of PMC Bronze 223 Soft Point ammunition fired from both 16-inch and 20-inch AR-15 barrels. Utilizing a Labradar Doppler Chronograph, the test measures muzzle velocity, velocity at 30 yards, and analyzes projectile performance in gel, including expansion, fragmentation, and penetration depth. The results are compared between the two barrel lengths and with previous tests of Federal Champion ammunition.

Quick Summary

PMC Bronze 223 Soft Point ammunition delivered impressive terminal performance in ballistic gel tests, achieving significant expansion and fragmentation. Fired from a 16-inch barrel, it averaged 2857 ft/s, while a 20-inch barrel yielded 3011 ft/s. Both configurations penetrated 13.5 inches after passing through a clothing barrier, with projectiles retaining around 70% of their original weight.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 01:14Labradar Chronograph Introduction
  3. 01:57PMC Bronze 223 Soft Point Ammunition
  4. 02:23Test Rifles: 16" & 20" AR-15 Barrels
  5. 03:10Velocity Test: 16" Barrel
  6. 05:16Velocity Test: 20" Barrel
  7. 06:47Ballistic Gel Test: PMC Bronze 223 Soft Point
  8. 08:49Gel Results & Barrier Performance
  9. 11:18Projectile Examination & Weight Retention
  10. 12:39Conclusion: PMC Bronze Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the average muzzle velocities for PMC Bronze 223 Soft Point from different barrel lengths?

From a 16-inch barrel, the PMC Bronze 223 Soft Point averaged 2857 ft/s. From a 20-inch barrel, the average muzzle velocity increased to 3011 ft/s, showing a significant gain of 144 ft/s.

How did PMC Bronze 223 Soft Point perform in ballistic gel after passing through a clothing barrier?

The ammunition demonstrated excellent terminal performance, with significant expansion and fragmentation. It achieved a consistent penetration depth of 13.5 inches in gel after passing through denim, fleece, and cotton layers.

What is the weight retention and expansion of PMC Bronze 223 Soft Point projectiles?

Projectiles started at 55 grains. After impact, the projectile from the 16-inch barrel weighed 39.1 grains and expanded to approximately 0.505 inches, while the one from the 20-inch barrel weighed 38.0 grains and expanded to about 0.516 inches.

How does PMC Bronze 223 Soft Point compare to Federal Champion 5.56 Soft Point in performance?

Based on ballistic gel testing, the PMC Bronze 223 Soft Point performed nearly identically to Federal Champion 5.56 Soft Point ammunition, showing comparable expansion, fragmentation, and penetration depths.

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