22LR PENETRATION TEST!!! PT.1

Published on August 17, 2017
Duration: 17:26

This video conducts a penetration test of 22 Long Rifle ammunition against various household objects. The presenter compares CCI Mini-Mag 36-grain hollow points (1216 fps) and 40-grain subsonic hollow points (1050 fps) fired from a Ruger 10/22. The tests evaluate projectile performance against a spray can, Iraq Veteran 8888 hand soap, an apple, and an empty ammo can, noting differences in entry and exit holes based on velocity and projectile type.

Quick Summary

A 22LR penetration test compared CCI Mini-Mag 36-grain hollow points (1216 fps) and 40-grain subsonic hollow points (1050 fps) fired from a Ruger 10/22. Higher velocity rounds generally produced larger exit holes and more aggressive terminal effects on targets like spray cans and soap, while both struggled to penetrate an ammo can from the longways orientation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Range Setup
  2. 00:23Ammunition Overview: Mini-Mag vs. Subsonic
  3. 00:54Test Objectives: Household Objects
  4. 01:41Test 1: Spray Can - Mini-Mag
  5. 02:46Test 1: Spray Can - Subsonic
  6. 03:58Spray Can Results Comparison
  7. 04:43Test 2: Iraq Veteran 8888 Hand Soap
  8. 05:08Test 2: Hand Soap - Mini-Mag
  9. 06:27Test 2: Hand Soap - Subsonic
  10. 07:14Hand Soap Results Comparison
  11. 07:51Test 3: Apple
  12. 08:13Test 3: Apple - Mini-Mag
  13. 08:57Test 3: Apple - Subsonic Attempt
  14. 09:41Test 4: Ammo Can and Sodas
  15. 10:03Test 4: Ammo Can - Broadside Shot
  16. 10:40Test 4: Ammo Can - Mini-Mag Broadside
  17. 11:48Test 4: Ammo Can - Subsonic Broadside
  18. 13:02Test 4: Ammo Can - Longways Shots
  19. 13:15Test 4: Ammo Can - Mini-Mag Longways
  20. 14:42Test 4: Ammo Can - Subsonic Longways
  21. 16:41Ammo Can Test Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

How does 22LR velocity affect penetration?

Higher velocity 22LR rounds, like the CCI Mini-Mag at 1216 fps, tend to create larger exit holes and show more aggressive expansion on targets compared to slower subsonic rounds at 1050 fps. While velocity differences are noticeable, both types can penetrate certain materials like spray cans and thin metal.

Can 22LR penetrate an ammo can?

Yes, a 22LR round, specifically a CCI Mini-Mag 36-grain hollow-point traveling at 1260 fps, can penetrate an empty ammo can when fired from the broadside. However, when fired longways, neither high-velocity nor subsonic 22LR rounds fully penetrated, possibly due to reinforced sections of the can.

What is the difference between Mini-Mag and subsonic 22LR hollow points?

CCI Mini-Mag 36-grain hollow points typically travel around 1216 fps, while 40-grain subsonic hollow points are rated around 1050 fps. This velocity difference impacts terminal performance, with higher velocity rounds often causing more dramatic expansion and larger exit wounds on softer targets.

What household objects were used in the 22LR penetration test?

The 22LR penetration test included a spray can, a bar of Iraq Veteran 8888 hand soap, an apple, and an empty ammo can. The projectiles were fired from a Ruger 10/22 rifle to observe their effects on these common items.

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