277 FURY vs 270 Win: Shorter But Better?

This video from Banana Ballistics provides a detailed comparison of cartridges derived from the .30-06 Springfield case, including the .25-06 Remington, .270 Winchester, .280 Ackley Improved, and .35 Whelen. Through rigorous testing against various materials like lumber, steel, concrete, and sand, the host demonstrates the performance differences in terms of penetration and impact energy. The .35 Whelen emerges as the clear winner in penetration, while the .30-06 Springfield and its derivatives show varying degrees of effectiveness, offering valuable data for handloaders and shooters seeking optimal performance for specific applications.

The US military is transitioning to the 6.8x51mm (.277 Fury) cartridge, replacing the 5.56x45mm NATO round due to its superior lethality and range. This initiative, part of the Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) program, introduces the Sig Sauer XM7 rifle and XM250 light machine gun, featuring advanced technologies like hybrid ammunition and integrated fire control systems. The new caliber aims to enhance soldier effectiveness against modern threats at extended distances.

This video provides an expert-level comparison of three popular .22 caliber rounds: .22 LR, .22 Magnum, and the .22 TCM. TheFirearmGuy, demonstrating subject matter expertise, details the significant differences in muzzle velocity and impact effect, using a patio block as a practical demonstration. The .22 TCM stands out with its superior velocity and penetration capabilities.

This video from Military Arms Channel, hosted by Tim, critically examines the US Army's adoption of the 6.8x51mm (.277 Fury) cartridge and the SIG Sauer MCX-SPEAR rifle. Tim, a recognized subject matter expert, delves into the historical context of military small arms choices, comparing the new cartridge's ballistics and design to previous standards like 5.56x45mm NATO and alternatives like 6.8 SPC. He expresses skepticism regarding the high costs, potential for rapid barrel wear due to extreme pressures (80,000 PSI), and questions the overall necessity of this significant shift, drawing parallels to past procurement failures like the XM8 program.

This video provides an expert comparison between the 5.45x39mm and 5.56x45mm NATO cartridges, detailing their historical context, ballistic performance, and terminal effects. Instruction from Caleb at Brownells highlights key differences in velocity, drop, and projectile behavior, offering valuable insights for firearm enthusiasts and tactical operators.

This video provides a comprehensive, hands-on comparison of three classic military rifle cartridges: .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, and 7.62x54R. The host, demonstrating high authority in ballistics, systematically tests their performance against various barriers including wood, steel, and concrete, and analyzes terminal ballistics like bullet tumbling. The .308 Winchester generally shows superior penetration and performance across most tests, especially against steel.

This video provides an expert-level comparison between the .44 Magnum and .50 Action Express calibers, featuring a Magnum Research Desert Eagle and a Ruger Super Redhawk. The host, demonstrating high authority, conducts a series of tests including penetration through lumber, steel, sand, and concrete, followed by ballistic gel testing with hollow-point rounds. The analysis highlights differences in muzzle energy, penetration, and wound channel, ultimately questioning the cost-to-performance ratio of the .50 AE.

This video provides an in-depth, experimental comparison between .223 Remington and 5.56x45mm NATO cartridges, utilizing a chronograph and various barrier materials. The host, demonstrating high expertise through empirical testing, reveals significant performance differences, particularly in barrier penetration, with 5.56x45mm NATO generally outperforming .223 Remington.

This video from Banana Ballistics explores the surprising lethality of "less lethal" shotgun ammunition. Through rigorous testing with ballistic gel and plywood, the host demonstrates that rounds like bean bags and high-velocity .410 rubber buckshot can cause significant damage, challenging the common perception of these rounds as entirely non-lethal. The testing highlights the importance of understanding ammunition performance beyond its intended classification.

This video provides an objective comparison of 9mm Luger, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP calibers through a series of rigorous tests including lumber, sand, concrete, and ballistics gel. The host, leveraging specialized equipment like a Garmin Xero C1 Pro chronograph and digital calipers, presents data on velocity, penetration, and expansion. While .40 S&W showed competitive performance in some tests, the analysis concludes with a preference for 9mm due to its higher capacity and lower recoil, highlighting the importance of practical considerations beyond raw ballistics.