Little Crowns Had BIG Performance! .380 Sig V-Crown Ballistic Gel Test With the Ruger LCP Max!

Published on July 16, 2022
Duration: 11:17

This ballistic gel test evaluates the performance of Sig Sauer V-Crown .380 Auto 90-grain JHP ammunition fired from a Ruger LCP Max and a Smith & Wesson Shield EZ Performance Center. The test reveals surprising results, with the LCP Max achieving superior penetration despite the Shield EZ exhibiting greater bullet expansion. Both firearms and ammunition performed well, offering valuable insights for concealed carry and self-defense.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic gel test, Sig Sauer V-Crown .380 Auto 90-grain JHP ammunition fired from a Ruger LCP Max achieved 14.875 inches of penetration with 0.467" average expansion. From a S&W Shield EZ, it penetrated 12.75 inches with 0.483" average expansion. The LCP Max's superior penetration was deemed more critical for .380 self-defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:00.380 Jelly Test Introduction
  2. 00:09Testing Setup Overview
  3. 00:35Sig V-Crown .380 Ammo Details
  4. 00:53Firearms for the Test
  5. 01:06Pre-Test Expectations
  6. 01:31Ruger LCP Max Velocity Test
  7. 02:20Shield EZ Velocity Test
  8. 03:21Ballistic Gel Impact - LCP Max
  9. 03:46Ballistic Gel Impact - Shield EZ
  10. 04:16Gel Performance Comparison
  11. 06:00Penetration Measurements
  12. 06:22Recovered Bullet Analysis
  13. 07:44Expansion Measurements
  14. 08:27Final Performance Verdict
  15. 08:58Conclusion and Audience Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the performance of Sig Sauer V-Crown .380 Auto 90-grain JHP in ballistic gel?

The Sig V-Crown .380 Auto 90-grain JHP demonstrated impressive performance. Fired from a Ruger LCP Max, it achieved 14.875 inches of penetration with 0.467" average expansion. From a S&W Shield EZ, it penetrated 12.75 inches with 0.483" average expansion, showing more expansion but less depth.

Which firearm performed better with the Sig V-Crown .380 Auto ammunition in the gel test?

The Ruger LCP Max showed better overall performance for the .380 caliber, achieving deeper penetration (14.875 inches) compared to the S&W Shield EZ (12.75 inches). While the Shield EZ expanded more, the instructor prioritized penetration for this caliber.

What were the average velocities for the .380 Sig V-Crown ammunition tested?

The Sig Sauer V-Crown .380 Auto 90-grain JHP averaged 846 fps from the Ruger LCP Max (2.8" barrel) and 938 fps from the Smith & Wesson Shield EZ Performance Center (approx. 3.5" barrel).

How did the recovered Sig V-Crown .380 bullets perform after ballistic gel testing?

Both recovered 90-grain Sig V-Crown bullets showed no material loss. The Shield EZ bullet exhibited more uniform expansion, while the LCP Max bullet's expansion was attributed to jacket peel-back, contributing to its effective wound channel and deep penetration.

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