Is This Stinger a Ringer?...Scorpion 10MM Self-Defense AMMO Ballistic Gel Test!

Published on April 12, 2026
Duration: 12:31

This video presents a ballistic gel test of Scorpion 10mm 180 Grain JHP ammunition, comparing its performance from a Glock 29 (3.8-inch barrel) and a Glock 20 (4.6-inch barrel). The instructor, Tools&Targets, critiques the ammunition's claimed velocity and energy, deeming it "weak 10mm" compared to premium loads. Despite this, the gel test shows good expansion and penetration from both firearms, with the Glock 20 achieving slightly better results.

Quick Summary

Scorpion 10mm 180 Grain JHP ammunition claims 1154 FPS and 532 ft-lbs of energy. However, testing from a Glock 29 yielded an average of 1115 FPS, and from a Glock 20, 1165 FPS. While the gel test showed good expansion and penetration (18.75" from G29, 15" from G20), the instructor deems this performance 'weak 10mm' compared to premium loads.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Test Setup
  2. 00:38Scorpion 10mm 180 Grain JHP Overview
  3. 01:30Firearms Used: Glock 29 & Glock 20
  4. 01:54Velocity Testing: Glock 29
  5. 03:57Velocity Testing: Glock 20
  6. 05:13Ballistic Gel Test: Glock 29 Round
  7. 05:56Ballistic Gel Test: Glock 20 Round
  8. 06:20Gel Test Results Analysis
  9. 07:51Penetration and Expansion Measurements
  10. 08:32Projectile Examination
  11. 09:07Weight and Size Measurements
  12. 09:51Final Verdict on Scorpion 10mm

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the claimed specifications for Scorpion 10mm 180 Grain JHP ammunition?

Scorpion 10mm 180 Grain JHP ammunition claims a muzzle velocity of 1154 feet per second and 532 foot-pounds of energy. These figures are generally assumed to be derived from a 5-inch test barrel.

What was the actual measured velocity of Scorpion 10mm 180 Grain JHP from a Glock 29?

From a Glock 29 with a 3.8-inch barrel, the Scorpion 10mm 180 Grain JHP averaged 1115 feet per second over five rounds. This is considered low for the 10mm caliber by the instructor.

How did the Scorpion 10mm 180 Grain JHP perform in ballistic gel?

In ballistic gel, the Scorpion 10mm 180 Grain JHP demonstrated good expansion and penetration. The round from the Glock 29 penetrated 18.75 inches and expanded significantly, while the round from the Glock 20 penetrated 15 inches with impressive expansion.

Is Scorpion 10mm 180 Grain JHP considered true 10mm performance by experts?

According to the instructor, this ammunition is considered 'weak 10mm' due to its lower-than-expected velocity and energy output. While it performs well in gel, it doesn't meet the performance standards of premium 10mm loads.

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