Discreet Ballistics .300 AAC 188gr subsonic gel test

Published on March 26, 2018
Duration: 7:40

This expert-level review from TFB TV details the terminal ballistics of Discreet Ballistics' 188gr subsonic .300 AAC ammunition. Tested in an 8-inch AR-15 with a silencer, the performance in bare gel and through heavy clothing is analyzed, highlighting its limitations for defense and recommending it for specific applications like pest control and quiet hunting.

Quick Summary

Discreet Ballistics' 188gr subsonic .300 AAC load was tested in gel using an 8-inch AR-15 with a silencer. While it showed decent expansion in bare gel and improved performance through heavy clothing, it's not recommended for self-defense. It's best suited for range fun, pest control, and quiet hunting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro to subsonic ammo testing
  2. 01:01Subsonic terminal performance issues
  3. 01:21Test setup and firearm details
  4. 01:44Gel test results - bare gel
  5. 03:07Heavy clothing test rationale
  6. 03:50Gel test results - heavy clothing
  7. 05:14Bullet flight characteristics and comparison
  8. 05:56Overall terminal performance and recommendations
  9. 06:46Viewer engagement and outro

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Discreet Ballistics' 188gr subsonic .300 AAC perform in gel tests?

In bare gel, the 188gr subsonic bullet showed decent expansion and shed some petals. Through heavy clothing, it expanded better and held together more effectively, with penetration reaching 17.8 inches.

Is subsonic .300 Blackout ammunition suitable for self-defense?

For self-defense with a .300 Blackout, supersonic ammunition is strongly recommended due to its superior energy and more reliable terminal performance. Subsonic rounds may lack sufficient energy for defensive scenarios.

What are the recommended uses for subsonic .300 Blackout ammunition?

Subsonic .300 Blackout ammunition is ideal for range fun, pest control, and quiet hunting of smaller animals. Its reduced noise signature makes it suitable for situations where discretion is important.

What firearm was used for the Discreet Ballistics .300 AAC gel test?

The gel test was conducted using an 8-inch barrel AR-15 equipped with a Form 1 silencer, allowing for an assessment of the subsonic ammunition's terminal ballistics in a suppressed configuration.

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