Hornady 7.62x39 SST (Zombie Max) Ballistics Gel Test (HD)

Published on September 22, 2013
Duration: 4:57

This ballistics gel test evaluates Hornady's 7.62x39 123gr SST ammunition. Testing revealed an average velocity of 2331 FPS and 1482 FT/LBS of energy from an SKS rifle. The SST bullet demonstrated significant expansion to 0.54 inches and retained 115 grains of its weight, achieving a penetration depth of 25.5 inches in gel. Consistent results were observed across different AK-pattern platforms.

Quick Summary

The Hornady 7.62x39 123gr SST ammunition averaged 2331 FPS and 1482 FT/LBS of energy. It penetrated 25.5 inches into ballistics gel, expanded to 0.54 inches, and retained 115 grains of its weight.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Hornady 7.62x39 SST Ammo
  2. 00:55Chronograph Testing: Velocity & Energy
  3. 01:13Ballistics Gel Impact & Wound Cavity
  4. 01:49Wound Track Analysis & Penetration Depth
  5. 02:22Bullet Recovery: Expansion & Weight Retention
  6. 03:11Cross-Platform Testing: AK & SKS

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the key performance metrics for the Hornady 7.62x39 123gr SST ammunition in the ballistics gel test?

The Hornady 7.62x39 123gr SST achieved an average velocity of 2331 FPS, 1482 FT/LBS of energy, penetrated 25.5 inches into ballistics gel, expanded to 0.54 inches, and retained 115 grains of its original weight.

What firearms were used to test the Hornady 7.62x39 SST ammunition?

The primary test was conducted with an SKS rifle featuring a 20.3-inch barrel. Additional tests were performed using a Draco AK and a Krebs Custom 103K rifle to ensure consistent performance across different platforms.

How did the Hornady 7.62x39 SST bullet perform in terms of expansion and weight retention?

The SST bullet demonstrated significant expansion, measuring an average of 0.54 inches. It also retained a substantial amount of its weight, with the recovered bullet weighing 115 grains out of the original 123 grains.

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