Federal Punch vs CCI Stinger .22lr Ballistic Gel Test With The Ruger 10/22 Carbine!

Published on July 20, 2021
Duration: 10:17

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing Federal Punch 29-grain flat nose ammunition against CCI Stinger 32-grain hollow point ammunition fired from a Ruger 10/22 Carbine at 40 yards. The test reveals significant differences in penetration and projectile performance, with the Federal Punch demonstrating nearly double the penetration of the CCI Stinger.

Quick Summary

A ballistic gel test comparing Federal Punch 29-grain flat nose and CCI Stinger 32-grain hollow point .22LR ammunition from a Ruger 10/22 Carbine at 40 yards revealed significant differences. The Federal Punch achieved 18 inches of penetration, nearly double the 9.5 inches of the CCI Stinger, while remaining intact. The Stinger expanded significantly.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:19Test Distance and Ammunition Overview
  3. 01:19Ballistic Gel Setup Details
  4. 01:56Chronograph Malfunction and Plan B
  5. 02:53CCI Stinger Ballistic Gel Test
  6. 03:44Federal Punch Ballistic Gel Test
  7. 04:35Gel Test Results: Penetration Comparison
  8. 05:35Wound Channel Analysis
  9. 05:52Projectile Expansion Observation
  10. 06:53Projectile Recovery and Examination
  11. 07:36Discussion: Which is Better?
  12. 08:20Conclusion and Future Tests

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the penetration difference between Federal Punch and CCI Stinger .22LR in ballistic gel?

In a ballistic gel test fired from a Ruger 10/22 Carbine at 40 yards, the Federal Punch 29-grain flat nose achieved 18 inches of penetration, while the CCI Stinger 32-grain hollow point reached only 9.5 inches, demonstrating nearly double the penetration for the Federal Punch.

How did the Federal Punch and CCI Stinger projectiles perform after impact in ballistic gel?

The Federal Punch, a solid flat nose projectile, remained intact with minimal deformation. In contrast, the CCI Stinger hollow point expanded significantly, mushrooming out and flattening considerably upon impact.

Which .22LR ammunition offered a better wound channel in the ballistic gel test?

Both rounds created effective wound channels. The CCI Stinger produced a slightly larger initial channel due to its expansion, but the Federal Punch's superior penetration created a more extensive wound track overall.

What firearm was used for the Federal Punch vs. CCI Stinger .22LR ballistic gel test?

The ballistic gel test was conducted using a Ruger 10/22 Carbine equipped with an 18.5-inch barrel. The ammunition was fired from 40 yards away from the ballistic gel setup.

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