GREEN TIP Into Ballistic Gel

Published on September 22, 2025
Duration: 0:45

This video tests M855 Green Tip 5.56mm ammunition in ballistic gel, demonstrating its terminal ballistics. The 62-grain projectile creates a significant wound channel, expanding to 2 inches after 3 inches of penetration. While M855A1 has replaced it for some professionals, M855 remains available to civilians.

Quick Summary

The M855 Green Tip 5.56mm round, weighing 62 grains, demonstrated significant terminal ballistics in a ballistic gel test. It penetrated approximately 3 inches before expanding to create a 2-inch wide wound channel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Green Tip Ammo
  2. 00:12Ballistic Gel Test Setup
  3. 00:18Wound Channel Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is M855 Green Tip ammunition?

M855 Green Tip is a 62-grain 5.56mm NATO cartridge featuring a full metal jacket with a steel penetrator core, often identifiable by a green painted tip. It's commonly used in AR-15 platforms.

How does M855 Green Tip perform in ballistic gel?

In ballistic gel, the M855 Green Tip bullet traveled about 3 inches before expanding, creating a 2-inch wide wound cavity. The impact was significant enough to break the table supporting the gel.

Is M855 Green Tip still relevant for self-defense?

While M855A1 has replaced it for some professionals, M855 Green Tip remains widely available to civilians and demonstrated significant terminal effects in this ballistic gel test.

What are the key terminal ballistics of the M855 Green Tip round?

The 62-grain M855 Green Tip bullet showed expansion after 3 inches of penetration, creating a 2-inch wide cavity in ballistic gel, indicating effective terminal performance.

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