Cut Shells Vs Slugs In Ballistic Gel 🤔

Published on August 14, 2023
Duration: 0:57

This video provides a practical, experimental comparison of cut shells versus standard slugs using ballistic gel. The host demonstrates that while cut shells create significant immediate damage, standard slugs offer superior penetration. Both are deemed effective for short-range applications like home defense.

Quick Summary

Ballistic gel tests show cut shells create an 8-inch wound cavity and penetrate ~6 inches before pellet dispersion. Standard slugs, like the Federal Tactical Rifled Slug, penetrate 15 inches. While cut shells offer immediate damage, slugs provide superior penetration, making both effective at short range.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Cut Shells vs Slugs Experiment
  2. 00:13Cut Shell Ballistic Gel Test
  3. 00:35Slug Ballistic Gel Test
  4. 00:52Conclusion: Penetration vs. Damage

Frequently Asked Questions

How do cut shells perform in ballistic gel compared to standard slugs?

In ballistic gel tests, cut shells create an immediate 8-inch wound cavity and penetrate about 6 inches before pellets disperse. Standard slugs, like the Federal Tactical Rifled Slug, penetrate deeper, reaching around 15 inches while creating a similar wound cavity size.

Which ammunition type is better for short-range effectiveness: cut shells or slugs?

Both are considered highly effective at short range. However, standard slugs offer significantly deeper penetration, which can be crucial for overcoming barriers or ensuring sufficient energy transfer, making them generally more versatile.

What is the primary difference in terminal ballistics between cut shells and slugs?

The primary difference lies in penetration depth and projectile integrity. Cut shells disperse their payload quickly, causing immediate damage but limited penetration. Slugs maintain their integrity longer, allowing for deeper penetration into the target medium.

What equipment was used to test ammunition performance in the video?

The video utilized ballistic gel to simulate tissue, a shotgun (Mossberg 500/590 series), various 12 Gauge ammunition types (Federal Top Gun for cut shells, Federal Tactical Rifled Slug), and a Streamlight TL-Racker forend light. Slow-motion footage was used for analysis.

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