Shootout At The Chrono Corral! Heritage Barkeep, 6.5" & 16" Velocity Comparisons With .22lr & .22wmr

Published on April 2, 2021
Duration: 9:55

This video provides a technical comparison of Heritage Barkeep and Rough Rider revolvers in 2.5-inch, 6.5-inch, and 16-inch barrel lengths. The presenter tests .22LR and .22WMR ammunition, measuring muzzle velocities using a chronograph app. The results indicate a point of diminishing returns for barrel length, with the 6.5-inch barrel often outperforming the 16-inch barrel in velocity for both calibers.

Quick Summary

Testing of Heritage Barkeep and Rough Rider revolvers revealed that barrel length significantly impacts velocity. For .22LR and .22WMR, the 6.5-inch barrel often achieved the highest muzzle velocities, outperforming both shorter and longer barrels, indicating a point of diminishing returns for barrel length.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:412.5" Barkeep .22LR Velocity Test
  3. 01:516.5" Rough Rider .22LR Velocity Test
  4. 02:5616" Rough Rider .22LR Velocity Test
  5. 04:452.5" Barkeep .22WMR Velocity Test
  6. 06:096.5" Rough Rider .22WMR Velocity Test
  7. 07:2016" Rough Rider .22WMR Velocity Test
  8. 08:47Results Analysis & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the optimal barrel length for velocity in Heritage revolvers?

Based on testing with .22LR and .22WMR ammunition, the 6.5-inch barrel on the Heritage Rough Rider often provided the highest velocities. The 16-inch barrel showed a point of diminishing returns, sometimes yielding lower velocities than the 6.5-inch, suggesting it's not always better for speed.

How does barrel length affect .22LR velocity in Heritage revolvers?

For .22LR, the 2.5-inch Barkeep averaged around 700-800 fps. The 6.5-inch Rough Rider achieved higher velocities, typically 870-920 fps. The 16-inch Rough Rider's velocities were surprisingly similar to the 2.5-inch, often in the 800-870 fps range, indicating the longer barrel didn't significantly increase speed.

What are the typical muzzle velocities for .22WMR from Heritage revolvers?

From the 2.5-inch Barkeep, .22WMR velocities ranged from approximately 1087 to 1151 fps. The 6.5-inch Rough Rider produced higher speeds, between 1357 and 1428 fps. The 16-inch Rough Rider also achieved velocities in this range, but with more inconsistency and some readings not registering.

Does a longer barrel always mean higher velocity for .22WMR in Heritage revolvers?

No, the testing indicated a point of diminishing returns. While the 6.5-inch barrel consistently produced good velocities for .22WMR, the 16-inch barrel did not always surpass it and sometimes yielded lower readings, suggesting that for this specific platform and caliber, excessive barrel length can be less efficient.

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