Does SIZE Matter?...S&B Exergy .40 S&W Copper Self-Defense AMMO Ballistic Gel Test & Review!

Published on December 28, 2024
Duration: 13:41

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test and review of the S&B Exergy .40 S&W 130-grain solid copper self-defense ammunition. The instructor, with extensive experience, tests the ammunition from two different barrel lengths (3.5-inch Glock 27 and 4.5-inch Glock 22) to assess velocity, expansion, and penetration. While the ammunition demonstrated good expansion and penetration, the instructor found the velocities, particularly from the shorter barrel, to be on the lower side for .40 S&W, suggesting it might be underloaded for his personal preference.

Quick Summary

The S&B Exergy .40 S&W 130-grain solid copper ammunition was tested from 3.5-inch and 4.5-inch barrels. While it showed immediate expansion and 13.5 inches of penetration, velocities from the shorter barrel averaged 1145 ft/s, which the instructor found insufficient for .40 S&W, preferring 9mm at that energy level. The longer barrel yielded better expansion and a higher average velocity of 1234 ft/s.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:23Ammunition Overview: S&B Exergy .40 S&W
  3. 01:35Projectile Specs: 130 Grain Solid Copper
  4. 02:18Cartridge Design & Expansion Features
  5. 02:32Firearm Selection: Glock 27 & Glock 22
  6. 02:55Velocity Testing: Glock 27 (3.5" Barrel)
  7. 04:43Velocity Testing: Glock 22 (4.5" Barrel)
  8. 06:22Ballistic Gel Test: Glock 27 Shot
  9. 07:07Ballistic Gel Test: Glock 22 Shot
  10. 07:19Gel Test Results: Expansion & Penetration
  11. 08:18Comparing Expansion: Glock 27 vs. Glock 22
  12. 09:31Detailed Projectile Analysis
  13. 10:26Weight & Size Measurements
  14. 11:11Final Review & Conclusion
  15. 12:01Instructor's Final Thoughts on S&B Exergy

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the S&B Exergy .40 S&W ammunition tested?

The S&B Exergy .40 S&W ammunition tested features a 130-grain solid copper expander projectile. The manufacturer claims a velocity of 1247 ft/s from a 6-inch barrel, though real-world testing from shorter barrels yielded lower velocities.

How did the S&B Exergy .40 S&W perform in ballistic gel from different barrel lengths?

From a 3.5-inch barrel, the average velocity was 1145 ft/s, with moderate expansion. From a 4.5-inch barrel, the average velocity increased to 1234 ft/s, resulting in better expansion, with both achieving 13.5 inches of penetration.

What is the instructor's opinion on the S&B Exergy .40 S&W ammunition?

The instructor found the ammunition demonstrated good expansion and penetration but considered the velocities from shorter barrels to be too low for .40 S&W, preferring 9mm if similar energy levels are not met. He deems it a 'hard pass' from short barrels but adequate from longer ones.

What were the measured expanded diameters of the S&B Exergy .40 S&W projectiles?

The projectiles fired from the 3.5-inch barrel expanded to diameters of .542 and .546 inches. From the 4.5-inch barrel, the expanded diameters were larger, measuring .645 and .633 inches.

Related News

All News โ†’

More Reviews Videos You Might Like

More from Tools&Targets

View all โ†’