HARD vs SOFT!...44 Magnum Underwood Wadcutter vs HTP Soft Point Ballistic Gel AMMO Test!

Published on January 5, 2025
Duration: 15:16

This video presents a ballistic gel test comparing two .44 Magnum loads: Underwood 200gr Hard Cast Wadcutter and Remington 240gr HTP Soft Point. The test utilizes a Taurus Tracker with a 4-inch ported barrel and a Labradar chronograph. The Remington HTP significantly outperformed the Underwood wadcutter in terms of velocity, energy, and penetration, a result that surprised the instructor.

Quick Summary

In a .44 Magnum ballistic gel test comparing Underwood 200gr Wadcutter and Remington 240gr HTP Soft Point from a 4-inch Taurus Tracker, the HTP averaged 1200 ft/s, penetrated 32 inches, and showed significant expansion. The Underwood averaged 1087 ft/s and penetrated 23.5 inches, falling short of expectations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 01:16Ammunition Overview: Underwood vs. HTP
  3. 02:36Firearm: Taurus Tracker 4-inch Ported Barrel
  4. 03:13Chronograph Testing: Remington HTP Soft Point
  5. 05:02Chronograph Testing: Underwood Wadcutter
  6. 06:48Ballistic Gel Test: Remington HTP
  7. 07:33Ballistic Gel Test: Underwood Wadcutter
  8. 07:57Gel Test Results and Analysis
  9. 11:03Projectile Examination
  10. 12:24Projectile Weight and Measurement
  11. 13:08Conclusion: HTP vs. Wadcutter Winner

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Remington 240gr HTP Soft Point perform in a .44 Magnum ballistic gel test?

The Remington 240gr HTP Soft Point achieved an average velocity of 1200 ft/s from a 4-inch barrel, penetrated 32 inches of ballistic gel, and showed significant disruption and expansion, exceeding advertised specifications.

What were the results of the Underwood 200gr Hard Cast Wadcutter in the .44 Magnum gel test?

The Underwood 200gr Hard Cast Wadcutter averaged 1087 ft/s, penetrated 23.5 inches of ballistic gel, and maintained its shape with minimal deformation, falling short of its advertised velocity.

Which .44 Magnum ammunition performed better in the ballistic gel test: Underwood Wadcutter or Remington HTP Soft Point?

The Remington 240gr HTP Soft Point significantly outperformed the Underwood 200gr Hard Cast Wadcutter, delivering higher velocity, greater penetration, and more energy transfer in the ballistic gel test.

What firearm was used for the .44 Magnum ammunition test?

The ballistic gel test was conducted using a Taurus Tracker revolver equipped with a 4-inch ported barrel. The unique barrel design includes an unrifled, oversized section acting as a blast chamber.

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