If You Can't Run With The BIG Dogs...Hornady Custom 10MM Ballistic Gel AMMO Test & Review!

Published on March 15, 2025
Duration: 15:17

This video provides a ballistic gel test and review of Hornady Custom 10mm Auto ammunition featuring the 180-grain XTP projectile. The presenter, with experience in firearms instruction, tests the ammunition through Glock 20 and Glock 29 handguns, measuring velocity and observing terminal performance in ballistic gel. While the ammunition demonstrated consistent performance and good expansion, it was deemed underpowered for typical 'big dog' 10mm loads when compared to competitors like Buffalo Bore and Underwood.

Quick Summary

Hornady Custom 10mm Auto 180gr XTP ammunition averaged 1134 FPS from a Glock 29 and 1188 FPS from a Glock 20. It showed good expansion in ballistic gel, with projectiles reaching approximately 0.588 and 0.665 inches respectively. However, it's considered underpowered for a 'big dog' 10mm load compared to hotter alternatives.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:19Ammunition Overview: Hornady Custom 10mm 180gr XTP
  3. 01:10Hornady Custom 10mm Specs & Claims
  4. 02:07Test Firearms: Glock 29 & Glock 20
  5. 02:23Testing Hornady Custom 10mm from Glock 29
  6. 03:32Glock 29 Velocity Readings
  7. 03:49Glock 29 Average Velocity & Consistency
  8. 04:26Testing Hornady Custom 10mm from Glock 20
  9. 04:55Glock 20 Velocity Readings
  10. 05:17Glock 20 Average Velocity & Consistency
  11. 06:27Ballistic Gel Test: Glock 29 Shot
  12. 07:24Glock 29 Gel Performance Analysis
  13. 07:57Ballistic Gel Test: Glock 20 Shot
  14. 08:09Glock 20 Gel Performance Analysis
  15. 09:07Gel Test Comparison: Glock 29 vs. Glock 20
  16. 11:17Projectile Recovery & Measurement
  17. 12:11Projectile Weight Retention & Expansion
  18. 12:38Conclusion: Hornady Custom 10mm Performance
  19. 13:03Comparison to Buffalo Bore & Underwood
  20. 13:32Final Thoughts on Hornady Custom 10mm
  21. 14:25Viewer Engagement & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the average velocities for Hornady Custom 10mm 180gr XTP from a Glock 29 and Glock 20?

From a Glock 29 with a 3.8-inch barrel, the Hornady Custom 10mm 180gr XTP averaged 1134 FPS. From a Glock 20 with a 4.6-inch barrel, it averaged 1188 FPS over five-round tests.

How does Hornady Custom 10mm 180gr XTP perform in ballistic gel regarding expansion?

The Hornady Custom 10mm 180gr XTP demonstrated good expansion in ballistic gel. Projectiles measured approximately 0.588 inches from the Glock 29 and 0.665 inches from the Glock 20 after impact.

Is Hornady Custom 10mm 180gr XTP considered a 'big dog' 10mm load?

The presenter considers the Hornady Custom 10mm 180gr XTP to be underloaded for its caliber, performing more like a 'spicy 40 Smith and Wesson' load. It is deemed weaker than comparable loads from Buffalo Bore and Underwood.

What are the key differences in performance between the Glock 20 and Glock 29 when firing Hornady Custom 10mm?

The Glock 20, with its longer barrel, achieved higher average velocities (1188 FPS vs. 1134 FPS) and slightly greater projectile expansion compared to the Glock 29 (0.665 inches vs. 0.588 inches).

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