Federal GuardDog 9mm Ammunition Test

Published on December 4, 2015
Duration: 2:28

This video tests Federal's Guard Dog 9mm ammunition, highlighting its unique closed-tip design filled with expanding blue polymer. The ammunition aims to provide hollow-point-like expansion with increased reliability and reduced over-penetration. Tests were conducted for accuracy and reliability across three different firearms: a Walther PPS (3.2-inch barrel), a Walther P99 (4-inch barrel), and a Glock 19. The Guard Dog ammunition demonstrated good accuracy and functioned reliably in all tested platforms.

Quick Summary

Federal Guard Dog 9mm ammunition features a unique closed-tip design with an expanding blue polymer core. This aims to provide hollow-point-like terminal expansion with improved reliability and reduced over-penetration. Tests in a Walther PPS, Walther P99, and Glock 19 showed good accuracy and consistent function.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Guard Dog Ammunition Concept
  2. 00:16Accuracy and Reliability Testing Setup
  3. 00:19Walther PPS Test
  4. 00:48Walther P99 Test
  5. 01:23Glock 19 Test
  6. 01:51Wound Cavity Observation
  7. 02:07Recovered Round Analysis
  8. 02:20Final Verdict on Guard Dog Ammo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the core concept behind Federal Guard Dog 9mm ammunition?

Federal Guard Dog 9mm ammunition is designed with a closed tip and a projectile filled with expanding blue polymer. This design aims to achieve the terminal expansion of a hollow point while enhancing reliability and reducing the risk of over-penetration.

How did Federal Guard Dog 9mm ammunition perform in accuracy tests?

In accuracy tests conducted with a 3.2-inch barrel Walther PPS at 7 yards, the Federal Guard Dog 9mm ammunition produced groups measuring approximately 3.2 inches. It also grouped nicely in a 4-inch barrel Walther P99.

What firearms were used to test Federal Guard Dog 9mm ammunition?

Federal Guard Dog 9mm ammunition was tested in three different firearms: a 3.2-inch barrel Walther PPS, a 4-inch barrel Walther P99, and the ubiquitous Glock 19. All tests were conducted from a distance of 7 yards.

What are the advantages of Federal Guard Dog ammunition over traditional hollow points?

The primary advantages cited for Federal Guard Dog ammunition are increased reliability and resistance to over-penetration, while still aiming to achieve the terminal expansion width of a conventional hollow point due to its expanding polymer core.

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