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

Published on January 31, 2024
Duration: 19:19

This video provides a detailed comparison of CCI Uppercut and Federal Punch .22lr self-defense ammunition, tested in a Ruger LCP II. The host, with high authority in firearms testing, uses professional equipment like a LabRadar chronograph and ballistic gel to analyze performance. The Federal Punch demonstrated superior penetration and velocity, while the CCI Uppercut underperformed in expansion and depth. Reliability issues with the test firearm were also noted.

Quick Summary

The Federal Punch .22lr demonstrated superior performance in a ballistic gel test compared to the CCI Uppercut. Averaging 1132 fps from a 2.75-inch barrel, Federal Punch penetrated 14.5-16.5 inches. The CCI Uppercut averaged 852 fps, penetrated only 10 inches, and failed to expand, raising concerns about its effectiveness for self-defense from short-barreled firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Ammo Battle
  2. 00:27Test Setup: Gel & Barriers
  3. 00:46CCI Uppercut Overview
  4. 01:27Federal Punch Overview
  5. 02:15Test Firearm: Ruger LCP II
  6. 02:58Velocity Test: CCI Uppercut
  7. 05:18Velocity Test: Federal Punch
  8. 08:03Ballistic Gel Test
  9. 11:02Results Analysis
  10. 14:32Recovered Projectiles
  11. 16:51Final Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

How did CCI Uppercut and Federal Punch .22lr ammunition perform in ballistic gel tests?

In ballistic gel tests simulating self-defense scenarios, Federal Punch .22lr penetrated 14.5 to 16.5 inches and showed some expansion. The CCI Uppercut .22lr penetrated only about 10 inches and failed to expand from a short-barreled pistol.

What were the tested velocities for CCI Uppercut and Federal Punch .22lr from a Ruger LCP II?

From a Ruger LCP II with a 2.75-inch barrel, the CCI Uppercut 32gr averaged 852 fps, while the Federal Punch 29gr averaged a higher 1132 fps, exceeding its advertised velocity.

Did the Ruger LCP II experience any reliability issues during the ammunition test?

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

Which .22lr self-defense round was deemed superior in the Tools&Targets video?

The Federal Punch .22lr was declared the winner due to its significantly higher tested velocity and superior penetration depth in ballistic gel compared to the CCI Uppercut, which underperformed.

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