Let's PUNCH Through Some Heavy Clothing!

Published on November 8, 2022
Duration: 9:27

This video provides a detailed comparison of Federal Punch 22LR and Browning BPR 40gr plated hollow points fired through a Taurus TX22 with a 4-inch barrel, including chronograph data and gel penetration tests with a heavy clothing barrier. The Federal Punch demonstrated significantly higher velocity and penetration, making it the recommended choice for self-defense from short-barreled .22LR firearms.

Quick Summary

For self-defense with a short-barreled .22LR firearm, the Federal Punch 29-grain flat solid projectile is highly recommended. It consistently delivers superior velocity (averaging 1289 fps from a 4-inch barrel) and penetration (around 16 inches in gel with clothing barriers) compared to other .22LR rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:42Ammunition Overview: Federal Punch & Browning BPR
  3. 01:20Chronograph Readings: Federal Punch
  4. 01:45Chronograph Readings: Browning BPR
  5. 02:15Gel Test: Federal Punch vs Browning BPR
  6. 02:46Gel Test Results: Penetration & Disruption
  7. 03:15Projectile Analysis: Federal Punch
  8. 03:37Projectile Analysis: Browning BPR
  9. 04:03Weight & Expansion Comparison
  10. 04:25Conclusion & Self-Defense Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

Which .22LR ammunition is best for self-defense from a short barrel?

For self-defense with a short-barreled .22LR firearm like the Taurus TX22, the Federal Punch 29-grain flat solid projectile is highly recommended. It consistently delivers superior velocity and penetration compared to other .22LR rounds, even through heavy clothing barriers.

What is the average velocity of Federal Punch .22LR from a 4-inch barrel?

When fired from a 4-inch barrel, such as on the Taurus TX22, the Federal Punch 29-grain .22LR ammunition averaged 1289 feet per second in testing. This velocity is crucial for its terminal performance.

How does the Browning BPR .22LR perform in gel tests with clothing?

The Browning BPR 40-grain plated hollow point showed significantly less penetration (around 10.5 inches) and minimal expansion in gel tests with a heavy clothing barrier. Its average velocity from a 4-inch barrel was 1078 feet per second, suggesting it's better suited for longer barrels.

Does the Federal Punch .22LR expand?

The Federal Punch .22LR, being a solid projectile, is not designed to expand. Its effectiveness comes from its high velocity and penetration, which causes significant disruption within the target medium.

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