The THRILLA in MANILA!... NEW CCI Uppercut vs Federal Punch! .22lr Self Defense AMMO Test!

Published on January 31, 2024
Duration: 19:19

This test compares CCI Uppercut and Federal Premium Punch .22lr self-defense ammunition fired from a Ruger LCP II. The Federal Punch demonstrated superior penetration (14.5-16.5 inches) and velocity (avg. 1132 fps) compared to the CCI Uppercut, which failed to expand and penetrated only 10 inches. Reliability issues with the Ruger LCP II were noted.

Quick Summary

In ballistic gel tests from a Ruger LCP II, Federal Premium Punch .22lr achieved better penetration (14.5-16.5 inches) and higher velocity (avg. 1132 fps) than CCI Uppercut, which failed to expand and penetrated only 10 inches.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: CCI Uppercut vs Federal Punch .22lr
  2. 00:27Test Setup: Gel & Barriers
  3. 00:46CCI Uppercut Overview
  4. 01:27Federal Punch Overview
  5. 02:15Test Firearm: Ruger LCP II
  6. 02:58CCI Uppercut Velocity Test
  7. 05:18Federal Punch Velocity Test
  8. 08:03Ballistic Gel Test & Reliability Issues
  9. 11:02Results: Penetration & Expansion Comparison
  10. 14:32Recovered Projectile Analysis
  11. 16:51Final Verdict & Reliability Concerns

Frequently Asked Questions

Which .22lr self-defense ammo performed better in ballistic gel tests?

The Federal Premium Punch .22lr demonstrated superior performance, achieving greater penetration (14.5-16.5 inches) and maintaining its velocity better than the CCI Uppercut.

Did the CCI Uppercut expand in the ballistic gel test?

No, the CCI Uppercut 32-grain JHP failed to expand in the ballistic gel test, penetrating only about 10 inches, likely due to insufficient velocity from the short barrel.

What were the actual velocities of the tested .22lr defensive rounds?

The Federal Punch averaged 1132 fps, while the CCI Uppercut averaged 852 fps from the Ruger LCP II's 2.75-inch barrel.

Were there any reliability issues with the Ruger LCP II during the ammo test?

Yes, the Ruger LCP II experienced reliability problems, including light primer strikes and feeding failures, with both the CCI Uppercut and Federal Punch .22lr ammunition.

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