Don't Mess With Texas!...4140 Armory 9MM Self-Defense AMMO Ballistic Gel Test & Review!

Published on November 29, 2024
Duration: 12:41

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test and review of 4140 Armory's 124-grain 9mm standard pressure defensive ammunition. The reviewer, highly confident in identifying the projectile as a Speer Gold Dot, analyzes velocity, penetration, and expansion through a heavy clothing barrier using two different barrel lengths (Canik MC9 and Glock 17 Gen 4). The results demonstrate consistent and effective performance, particularly in expansion and energy transfer, making it a strong contender for self-defense.

Quick Summary

The 4140 Armory 124-grain 9mm standard pressure ammunition, likely a Speer Gold Dot, demonstrated impressive performance in ballistic gel tests. It averaged 1126 ft/s from a 3.1-inch barrel and 1171 ft/s from a 4.5-inch barrel, achieving 12-13 inches of penetration and excellent expansion with no weight loss.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Range Setup
  2. 00:21Ballistic Gel Test Setup
  3. 00:38Ammunition Details: 4140 Armory 124gr 9mm
  4. 01:56Test Barrel Lengths: MC9 & G17
  5. 02:25Velocity Testing: Canik MC9
  6. 03:57Velocity Testing: Glock 17 Gen 4
  7. 05:17Ballistic Gel Shots Commence
  8. 05:41MC9 Gel Test Results
  9. 05:55Glock 17 Gel Test (Mulligan)
  10. 06:13Glock 17 Gel Test (Successful)
  11. 06:26Gel Test Analysis: Expansion & Penetration
  12. 08:41Recovered Projectile Examination
  13. 09:27Projectile Weight & Measurement
  14. 10:29Final Review & Conclusion
  15. 11:50Viewer Engagement & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key performance metrics for the 4140 Armory 124-grain 9mm ammunition?

The 4140 Armory 124-grain 9mm ammunition averaged 1126 ft/s from a 3.1-inch barrel and 1171 ft/s from a 4.5-inch barrel. It achieved approximately 12-13 inches of penetration in ballistic gel and demonstrated excellent, consistent expansion with no weight loss.

Is the 4140 Armory 124-grain 9mm ammunition considered a good self-defense round?

Based on ballistic gel testing, the 4140 Armory 124-grain 9mm ammunition shows excellent expansion and penetration characteristics, meeting FBI minimums. The reviewer strongly suspects it's a Speer Gold Dot, known for reliable self-defense performance.

How does barrel length affect the velocity of the 4140 Armory 124-grain 9mm ammunition?

Testing showed a significant velocity increase with a longer barrel. The 4140 Armory 124-grain 9mm averaged 1126 ft/s from a 3.1-inch barrel and 1171 ft/s from a 4.5-inch barrel, a difference of 45 ft/s.

What is the suspected projectile type in the 4140 Armory 124-grain 9mm ammunition?

The reviewer is highly confident that the projectile used in the 4140 Armory 124-grain 9mm ammunition is a Speer Gold Dot, based on its visual characteristics and consistent, high-performance expansion and penetration observed in the ballistic gel tests.

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