*NEW* Remington Golden Hunter VS Ranch Hand Ballistic Gel Test .22LR

Published on November 24, 2024
Duration: 12:43

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing Remington Golden Hunter, Remington Golden Bullet, and Ranch Hand .22LR ammunition. The tests measure velocity, penetration, expansion, and weight retention, providing insights into their performance characteristics at close range. The presenter notes that while the Golden Bullet offers better weight retention, the Golden Hunter and Ranch Hand show more fragmentation and potential for wider expansion at longer ranges.

Quick Summary

In ballistic gel tests, the Remington Golden Hunter and Ranch Hand .22LR ammunition showed significant fragmentation and potential for wider expansion at longer ranges, unlike the standard Golden Bullet which retained more weight but expanded less at close range. All tested .22LR rounds performed below advertised velocities from an 18-inch barrel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Ammunition Overview
  2. 00:07Remington Golden Hunter .22LR Specs
  3. 00:25Ranch Hand .22LR Specs
  4. 00:36Remington Golden Bullet .22LR Comparison
  5. 01:11Close-up of Ammunition
  6. 01:28Ballistic Gelatin Setup & Calibration
  7. 01:55Test Firearm: Ruger 10/22
  8. 02:01Velocity Testing Begins
  9. 02:21Golden Bullet Velocity Results
  10. 02:30Golden Hunter Velocity Results
  11. 03:00Ranch Hand Velocity Results
  12. 03:44Velocity Below Advertised Speeds
  13. 03:53Ballistic Gel Blocks Setup
  14. 04:25Golden Bullet Gel Test Firing
  15. 04:42Golden Bullet Gel Test Results
  16. 05:41Golden Bullet Penetration & Mushrooming
  17. 05:55Golden Hunter Gel Test Firing
  18. 05:57Golden Hunter Gel Test Results
  19. 06:11Golden Hunter vs Golden Bullet Performance
  20. 06:46Golden Hunter Lead Fragments & Penetration
  21. 07:00Golden Hunter Weight Retention Observation
  22. 07:23Ranch Hand Gel Test Firing & Results
  23. 07:30Ranch Hand Wound Cavities
  24. 07:37Ranch Hand Shedding Lead
  25. 08:01Ammunition Comparison: Bullet Shape
  26. 08:24Golden Bullet Weight Retention vs Others
  27. 08:33Golden Hunter & Ranch Hand Damage Potential
  28. 08:48Golden Bullet Penetration Advantage
  29. 08:56Weight & Measurement Results
  30. 09:10Golden Bullet Weight Retention Measurement
  31. 09:32Golden Hunter Weight Retention Measurement
  32. 09:43Ranch Hand Weight Retention Measurement
  33. 09:59Expansion Diameter Measurements
  34. 10:10Expansion Before Skirt Shedding
  35. 10:46Skirt Shedding at Higher Velocity
  36. 10:49Performance Comparison: Pistol vs Rifle
  37. 11:13Golden Bullet Expansion in Pistol Barrels
  38. 11:50Golden Hunter & Ranch Hand Performance at Range
  39. 12:09Improvement for Hunting Applications
  40. 12:18Upcoming Videos & Links
  41. 12:27Product Links & Gear Mentioned

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Remington Golden Hunter .22LR perform in ballistic gel?

The Remington Golden Hunter .22LR (40-grain HP) showed lead fragments and penetrated about 12 inches in ballistic gel. It retained approximately 30.5 grains of its original weight and expanded to a diameter of .283 inches, indicating fragmentation at close range.

What were the ballistic gel results for the Ranch Hand .22LR ammunition?

The Ranch Hand .22LR (38-grain plated HP) penetrated 11-12 inches, shedding lead. With the skirt attached, it weighed 34.1 grains, and without it, 29.9 grains. Its expanded diameter was .285 inches (without skirt) and .362 inches (with skirt), showing significant fragmentation.

How did the Remington Golden Bullet .22LR compare in weight retention and penetration?

The standard Remington Golden Bullet .22LR (36-grain HP) excelled in weight retention, showing near 100% retention with measured weights of 38.1 and 37 grains. It penetrated 12-12.5 inches in ballistic gel with minimal expansion at close range.

Did the tested .22LR ammunition meet advertised velocities?

No, all tested .22LR ammunition, including the Remington Golden Hunter, Ranch Hand, and Golden Bullet, performed below their advertised velocities when fired from an 18-inch barrel Ruger 10/22 rifle.

Which .22LR ammunition is better for hunting at varying ranges?

For hunting, the Golden Hunter and Ranch Hand .22LR are considered improvements over the standard Golden Bullet. Their tendency to fragment at close range suggests they will expand more effectively and widely at longer, lower-velocity engagement distances.

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