Proven In The Streets!...Winchester Ranger .40 S&W (RA40180HP) Ballistic Gel AMMO Test!

Published on March 29, 2026
Duration: 14:43

This video details a ballistic gel test of the Winchester Ranger .40 S&W RA40180HP 180-grain JHP ammunition. The test includes chronograph readings from short and full-size barrels and examines projectile performance through a heavy clothing barrier. The presenter provides insights into the old-school design's performance in modern testing scenarios.

Quick Summary

The Winchester Ranger RA40180HP is a 180-grain subsonic JHP .40 S&W duty round. In ballistic gel tests with a heavy clothing barrier, it achieved 955 FPS from a 3.5-inch barrel, showing good expansion and 19-inch penetration. From a 4.5-inch barrel, it clocked 1004 FPS but experienced clogging, resulting in less predictable expansion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the Winchester Ranger RA40180HP .40 S&W ammunition?

The Winchester Ranger RA40180HP is a 180-grain Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) round, specifically designed as a subsonic duty load. It's part of Winchester's LE package and is known for its older, cup-and-core design.

How did the Winchester Ranger RA40180HP perform in ballistic gel tests with a clothing barrier?

From a 3.5-inch barrel, it showed good expansion and penetrated about 19 inches. From a 4.5-inch barrel, it experienced clogging from the clothing barrier, leading to less immediate expansion and tumbling, with penetration around 18.75 inches.

What were the muzzle velocities recorded for the Winchester Ranger RA40180HP?

In the test, the ammunition achieved a 5-round average of 955 feet per second (FPS) from a 3.5-inch barrel (Glock 27) and 1004 FPS from a 4.5-inch barrel (Glock 22).

Is the Winchester Ranger RA40180HP still a viable ammunition choice?

Despite its older design, the RA40180HP performed better than expected in the test, especially from a shorter barrel. It's considered a potentially good option for applications requiring subsonic performance, like with a .40 carbine.

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