429 DE vs 50 AE vs 44 Magnum vs Pine Boards!

Published on May 22, 2019
Duration: 6:30

This guide details a ballistic penetration test comparing the 429 DE, 50 AE, and 44 Magnum calibers using a custom pine board setup. The test, conducted by Kentucky Ballistics, measures muzzle velocity and penetration depth for various ammunition types. The results provide a practical comparison of the stopping power of these powerful handgun cartridges.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test comparing 429 DE, 50 AE, and 44 Magnum through pine boards, the 429 DE and 50 AE both penetrated 11 boards, while the 44 Magnum penetrated 10. The 429 DE achieved the highest velocity at 1522 fps.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 01:10Ammunition Comparison
  3. 01:31429 Desert Eagle Test
  4. 02:3344 Magnum Test
  5. 03:1650 AE Test
  6. 04:26Final Results and Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the 429 DE, 50 AE, and 44 Magnum perform in a pine board penetration test?

In the test, both the 429 DE (240gr JSP) and 50 AE (300gr JHP) penetrated 11 pine boards, while the 44 Magnum (240gr JHP) penetrated 10 boards. Velocities were 1522 fps for 429 DE, 1463 fps for 50 AE, and 1429 fps for 44 Magnum.

What is the difference between 429 DE and 50 AE ammunition?

The 429 DE is essentially a necked-down 50 AE case that fires a .44 caliber projectile. While both are powerful handgun cartridges, the 429 DE offers a different ballistic profile within a similar case design.

Which ammunition caliber achieved the highest muzzle velocity in the Kentucky Ballistics test?

The 429 DE, using Glacier Ridge 240 grain Jacketed Soft Points, achieved the highest muzzle velocity at 1522 fps during the ballistic test conducted on the outdoor range.

What type of ammunition was used for the 44 Magnum and 50 AE tests?

The 44 Magnum test utilized Underwood Ammo's 240 grain Jacketed Hollow Point rounds. The 50 AE test employed Underwood Ammo's 300 grain Jacketed Hollow Point ammunition.

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