12 Gauge SLUGFEST! Which Shotgun Slug Is BEST???

Published on September 28, 2020
Duration: 14:38

This video features an expert-level comparison of various 12-gauge shotgun slugs, including the Aguila Mini Slug, Remington Slugger, Tomahawk Mirage, DDupleks Broadhead, Lightfield Boar Buster, and Federal TruBall. The host, a high-level firearms enthusiast, uses a Benelli SuperNova shotgun and specialized testing materials like ballistics gel and bulletproof glass to evaluate slug performance, recoil, and terminal ballistics. The Federal TruBall is identified as the top performer due to its significant wound cavity in ballistics gel.

Quick Summary

The Federal TruBall slug emerged as the top performer in 12-gauge slug testing, creating a significantly larger wound cavity in ballistics gel compared to other tested slugs. While high-energy slugs failed to penetrate bulletproof glass, they demonstrated substantial impact force. Slugs typically transfer energy within the first 6-8 inches of penetration.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Gear Overview
  2. 00:56Testing Low-Recoil and Standard Slugs
  3. 01:40Testing Tomahawk and DDupleks Slugs
  4. 02:37High-Velocity and Exotic Slugs
  5. 04:05Bulletproof Glass Penetration Test
  6. 08:41Ballistics Gel Performance Test
  7. 13:34Conclusion and Results

Frequently Asked Questions

Which 12-gauge shotgun slug performed best in ballistics gel tests?

The Federal TruBall slug was identified as the top performer in ballistics gel, creating a wound cavity nearly twice the size of other tested slugs, indicating superior energy transfer and terminal ballistics for its class.

Can 12-gauge slugs penetrate bulletproof glass?

In tests using a thick panel of bulletproof glass, none of the 12-gauge slugs, including high-energy options like the DDupleks Broadhead and Federal TruBall, were able to penetrate the glass, though they caused significant surface damage.

What is the typical penetration depth of 12-gauge slugs in soft tissue?

According to expert analysis, 12-gauge slugs generally dump their energy quickly within the first 6 to 8 inches of penetration in simulated soft tissue (like ballistics gel), rather than achieving the deep penetration seen with rifle rounds.

What factors influence the recoil of 12-gauge slugs?

Felt recoil is influenced by slug weight, velocity, and design. Lighter, lower-velocity slugs like the Aguila Mini Slug offer reduced recoil, while heavier, high-velocity slugs like the Lightfield Boar Buster produce more significant recoil.

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