ULTIMATE Federal Premium Hydra-Shok DEEP 9mm Ballistics Test!

Published on November 2, 2019
Duration: 12:58

This video provides an in-depth ballistics test of the Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm ammunition, conducted by a firearms instructor. The test includes bare gel, heavy clothing, sheet metal, and glass barriers to evaluate penetration and expansion. The instructor highlights the ammunition's deep penetration capabilities and consistent performance across various barriers, noting its effectiveness for self-defense applications.

Quick Summary

The Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm ammunition demonstrated excellent deep penetration capabilities in ballistics testing. It achieved approximately 17.5 inches in bare gel, 16.5 inches through heavy clothing, and 16 inches after penetrating thick sheet metal, showcasing its effectiveness against various barriers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Ammo Overview
  2. 00:47Bare Ballistics Gel Test
  3. 02:44FBI Heavy Clothing Test
  4. 04:19Thick Sheet Metal Barrier Test
  5. 06:14Two Layers of Glass Barrier Test (Attempt 1)
  6. 08:13Two Layers of Glass Barrier Test (Attempt 2)
  7. 10:20Recovered Bullet Analysis
  8. 11:27Conclusion & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm perform in bare ballistic gelatin?

In bare 10% ballistic gelatin, the Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm achieved approximately 17.5 inches of penetration. The bullet expanded and came to a stop in the second gel block, demonstrating significant stopping power.

Does Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm penetrate heavy clothing effectively?

Yes, the Hydra-Shok Deep performed very well in the FBI heavy clothing test, achieving around 16.5 inches of penetration. Its performance was nearly identical to the bare gel test, indicating minimal degradation through simulated clothing layers.

Can Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm penetrate vehicle barriers like sheet metal?

The test showed impressive results, with the Hydra-Shok Deep penetrating a thick sheet metal barrier (simulating a car door) and still achieving 16 inches of penetration in ballistic gel. This highlights its capability against common vehicle barriers.

How does Federal Premium Hydra-Shok Deep 9mm perform against glass barriers?

Against two layers of taped glass, the initial shot showed limited penetration. However, a second shot, simulating follow-up fire, achieved about 13 inches of penetration, indicating that while glass is a challenge, the round can still be effective after the initial breach.

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