Taran's unofficial test with some of the most popular calibers w/ Ballistic Dummy Lab

Published on December 28, 2019
Duration: 7:21

This video provides an in-depth ballistic gel test comparing various popular calibers including 9mm, 9mm Major, 5.56/.223, and 12 Gauge slugs against a ballistic dummy. It highlights the terminal performance differences, such as energy transfer, penetration, and fragmentation, emphasizing the effectiveness of 9mm Major rounds and the destructive power of 12 Gauge slugs. The content also touches on tactical considerations for ammunition selection in self-defense scenarios.

Quick Summary

9mm Major ammunition (125gr at 1425 fps) demonstrated superior stopping power in ballistic dummy tests, shattering ribs and dumping all energy within the target without over-penetration. Standard 9mm rounds penetrated the torso but stayed contained, while 5.56/.223 V-MAX fragmented explosively.

Chapters

  1. 00:009mm Standard Calibers Test
  2. 00:439mm Major Performance Analysis
  3. 01:399mm +P and +P+ Variants
  4. 02:289mm Major Headshot & Trauma
  5. 03:435.56/.223 Rifle Testing
  6. 05:12Carbine and Shotgun Testing
  7. 06:18Tactical Recommendations for Ammo

Frequently Asked Questions

How did standard 9mm rounds perform in the ballistic dummy test?

Standard 9mm rounds like 147gr JHP and 135gr Hydra-Shok achieved full penetration of the ballistic dummy's torso but did not penetrate the cardboard backing, indicating effective energy transfer within the target.

What makes 9mm Major ammunition stand out in terminal ballistics?

9mm Major rounds, tested at 1425 fps with a 125gr bullet, demonstrated superior stopping power by shattering ribs and dumping all energy within the dummy, causing significant trauma without over-penetration.

How did 5.56/.223 rifle rounds perform against the ballistic dummy?

5.56/.223 V-MAX rounds showed explosive fragmentation, while the heavier 77gr Match King bullet achieved full penetration through the ballistic dummy and backing materials.

What was the performance of the 12 Gauge slug in the test?

The 12 Gauge Fiocchi Aero Slug, weighing 7/8 oz and traveling at 1300 fps, caused massive destruction and passed completely through the ballistic dummy and all subsequent backing materials.

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