MORE Barrel, Still BAD!...10MM Hornady LeverEvolution VS Underwood! Ballistic Gel AMMO Test!

Published on November 15, 2025
Duration: 17:29

This video provides a detailed ballistic gel test comparing Hornady LeverEvolution 10mm 150gr FTX and Underwood 10mm 155gr XTP ammunition. The instructor, with clear expertise in firearms testing, demonstrates significant velocity and terminal performance differences, particularly when fired from a 16-inch carbine. The Underwood load significantly outperforms the Hornady in terms of velocity, expansion, and energy transfer, highlighting the critical role of ammunition choice and velocity in terminal ballistics.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic gel test using a 16-inch carbine, Underwood 10mm 155gr XTP averaged 1783 FPS and achieved significant expansion, while Hornady LeverEvolution 10mm 150gr FTX averaged 1355 FPS with zero expansion and deep penetration, highlighting a substantial performance difference.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Weather Conditions
  2. 00:29Retesting Hornady LeverEvolution 10mm
  3. 00:52Hornady LeverEvolution 150gr FTX Specs and Previous Test
  4. 01:54Introducing Underwood 10mm 155gr XTP
  5. 02:42Cartridge Comparison: Hornady FTX vs. Underwood XTP
  6. 03:03Test Platform: 16-inch Chris Vector Carbine
  7. 03:11Hornady LeverEvolution Velocity Testing
  8. 04:02Hornady LeverEvolution Velocity Readings
  9. 04:38Hornady LeverEvolution Average Velocity and Consistency
  10. 05:04Analysis of Hornady Velocity Drop-off
  11. 05:58Underwood 10mm Velocity Testing Setup
  12. 06:35Underwood 10mm Velocity Readings
  13. 07:03Underwood 10mm Average Velocity and Comparison
  14. 07:54Velocity Difference: Hornady vs. Underwood
  15. 08:05Ballistic Gel Test Setup
  16. 08:10Gel Test: One of Each Ammunition Type
  17. 08:17Axil GS Extreme 3.0 Ear Pro Mention
  18. 09:43Hornady LeverEvolution Gel Test Results
  19. 09:55Hornady LeverEvolution: Zero Expansion
  20. 10:19Underwood 10mm Gel Test Results
  21. 10:27Underwood 10mm: Massive Energy Dump and Fragmentation
  22. 10:50Post-Gel Test Analysis: Hornady vs. Underwood
  23. 11:14Hornady LeverEvolution Penetration and Disruption
  24. 12:10Underwood 10mm XTP: Expansion and Energy Transfer
  25. 13:18Projectile Penetration Measurements
  26. 14:32Projectile Examination: Hornady vs. Underwood
  27. 14:38Hornady LeverEvolution Projectile Analysis
  28. 15:02Underwood XTP Projectile Analysis
  29. 15:23Projectile Weight Retention
  30. 15:44Projectile Measurements: Diameter and Length
  31. 16:10Conclusion: Hornady LeverEvolution Weakness
  32. 16:58Final Thoughts and Call for Comments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference in performance between Hornady LeverEvolution 10mm and Underwood 10mm ammunition?

In a 16-inch carbine test, Underwood 10mm 155gr XTP averaged 1783 FPS and showed significant expansion and fragmentation in ballistic gel. Hornady LeverEvolution 10mm 150gr FTX averaged 1355 FPS, exhibited zero expansion, and penetrated much deeper without significant energy transfer.

How does Hornady LeverEvolution 10mm perform in ballistic gel from a 16-inch barrel?

The Hornady LeverEvolution 10mm 150gr FTX averaged 1355 FPS from a 16-inch barrel. In ballistic gel, it showed zero expansion, penetrated 24.25 inches, and retained its original projectile shape, indicating poor terminal ballistics for this load.

What are the ballistic gel test results for Underwood 10mm 155gr XTP from a 16-inch barrel?

The Underwood 10mm 155gr XTP averaged 1783 FPS from a 16-inch barrel. In ballistic gel, it achieved significant expansion to about 0.704 inches, penetrated 13.25 inches, and fragmented, demonstrating robust terminal performance.

Why might Hornady LeverEvolution 10mm ammunition fail to expand?

The presenter suggests that the polymer insert in the Hornady LeverEvolution FTX projectile may hinder expansion, especially at lower velocities. The lack of significant velocity from the 16-inch barrel also contributed to its failure to expand in ballistic gel tests.

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