9mm Super Vel 115gr Subsonic SCHP Gel Test

Published on March 29, 2019
Duration: 8:39

This video details a ballistic gel test of Super Vel 115gr SCHP subsonic 9mm ammunition. The test evaluates expansion and penetration through gel and heavy clothing, noting the unusual 115-grain weight for subsonic rounds. Results indicate good expansion and penetration, even after passing through denim, with impressive projectile consistency.

Quick Summary

Super Vel 115gr SCHP subsonic 9mm ammunition is unusual due to its 115-grain weight, typically associated with supersonic rounds. In ballistic gel tests, it demonstrated good expansion and penetration, even after passing through heavy clothing. Recovered projectiles showed remarkable consistency, with velocities measured just under 1100 fps.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction: Super Vel 115gr Subsonic 9mm
  2. 00:10Understanding Subsonic Ammunition
  3. 00:30Unusual 115gr Subsonic Weight
  4. 00:40Test Firearms: CZ Scorpion & Glock 22
  5. 01:32Initial Gel Test Results (No Clothing)
  6. 02:07Expansion and Penetration Analysis
  7. 02:33Heavy Clothing Test (4 Layers Denim)
  8. 03:11Clothing Test Results & Penetration
  9. 03:45Expansion After Clothing Barrier
  10. 04:58Comparing Recovered Projectiles
  11. 05:33Remarkable Projectile Consistency
  12. 06:00Worst-Case Scenario Testing Design
  13. 06:38Performance in Both Test Scenarios
  14. 06:42Velocity and Subsonic Threshold
  15. 07:10Achieving Subsonic Velocity
  16. 07:25Potential for Ballistic Cracks
  17. 07:39Environmental Factors & Velocity Variation
  18. 08:06Conclusion and Viewer Input

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Super Vel 115gr SCHP 9mm ammunition unusual?

The 115-grain weight is typically associated with supersonic 9mm ammunition. It's uncommon to find 115-grain loads designed to be subsonic, as most subsonic 9mm rounds use heavier bullets like 147 grains for slower velocities.

How did Super Vel 115gr SCHP subsonic 9mm perform in ballistic gel tests?

The ammunition performed well, demonstrating good expansion and penetration. Even after passing through four layers of denim, the projectiles expanded effectively, and penetration depths were within ideal ranges.

What was the measured velocity of the Super Vel 115gr SCHP subsonic 9mm?

Out of a Glock Model 22 with a 9mm Lone Wolf conversion barrel, the velocity was measured at just under 1100 feet per second. This is critically important for maintaining subsonic performance.

Was the Super Vel 115gr SCHP subsonic 9mm consistent in its performance?

Yes, the recovered projectiles showed an exceptional level of consistency. Measurements of the expanded bullets were within thousandths of an inch of each other, which is rare given the violent nature of firing and impact.

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