Why .300 Blackout Is Like a Disadvantaged Yoot: Federal 120gr PowerShok Gel Test

Published on December 20, 2019
Duration: 7:28

This video provides an in-depth ballistic gel test of the Federal 120gr PowerShok .300 Blackout ammunition. The test, conducted by a knowledgeable source from ARFCOM News, reveals the bullet's penetration and expansion characteristics, comparing them to other calibers and recommending alternative loads for specific applications like home defense.

Quick Summary

The Federal 120gr PowerShok .300 Blackout ammunition achieved 19.6 inches of penetration in ballistic gel but exhibited minimal expansion, indicating it's optimized for higher velocities. For home defense, 110gr Barnes TAC-TX or Hornady SST are recommended for better expansion with .300 Blackout.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to .300 Blackout Test
  2. 01:16Ballistic Gel Test Execution
  3. 01:53Initial Results and Measurements
  4. 02:34Bullet Recovery and Expansion Analysis
  5. 04:05Final Assessment and Recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Federal 120gr PowerShok .300 Blackout perform in a ballistic gel test?

The Federal 120gr PowerShok .300 Blackout achieved 19.6 inches of penetration and created a large temporary stretch cavity, but showed minimal bullet expansion, suggesting it's tuned for higher velocities than typical for the caliber.

What are recommended alternative .300 Blackout loads for home defense?

For home defense with .300 Blackout, the video suggests considering 110gr Barnes TAC-TX or 110gr Hornady SST ammunition, as these are expected to offer better expansion characteristics at the caliber's typical velocities compared to the tested Federal load.

What velocity was recorded for the Federal 120gr PowerShok .300 Blackout?

During the ballistic gel test, the Federal 120gr PowerShok .300 Blackout ammunition was recorded at an average velocity of 1,889 feet per second (fps) when fired from an 8-inch barrel AR-15.

Why might the Federal 120gr PowerShok not expand well in .300 Blackout?

The limited expansion of the Federal 120gr PowerShok suggests it was designed for the higher velocities of cartridges like the .308 Winchester. At the slower speeds typical of .300 Blackout, especially from shorter barrels, it may not reach the velocity threshold needed for optimal expansion.

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