Duty Weapons Of The Kentucky State Police πŸš“ (Past To Present)

Published on July 3, 2024
Duration: 15:05

This video provides an expert-level overview of the duty sidearms used by the Kentucky State Police, tracing their evolution from the Smith & Wesson 686 in .357 Magnum to the current Glock 17 Gen 5 in 9mm. Featuring insights from a former KSP Trooper, the content includes detailed ballistic gel testing of various calibers (.357 Magnum, 10mm, .40 S&W, 9mm) with specific JHP ammunition, offering valuable data on terminal ballistics and duty weapon selection.

Quick Summary

The Kentucky State Police have transitioned through several duty sidearms, including the Smith & Wesson 686 (.357 Magnum), S&W 1076 (10mm), and Glock 35 (.40 S&W), before adopting the Glock 17 Gen 5 (9mm) in 2018. Ballistic gel tests revealed impressive terminal performance across these calibers, with the 9mm surprisingly out-penetrating others in one test.

Chapters

  1. 01:08Introduction to KSP Duty Weapons
  2. 02:19Smith & Wesson 686 (.357 Magnum)
  3. 03:41Ballistics Test: .357 Magnum
  4. 05:32Smith & Wesson 1076 (10mm)
  5. 06:42Ballistics Test: 10mm
  6. 07:52Glock 35 (.40 S&W)
  7. 08:45Ballistics Test: .40 S&W
  8. 09:46Glock 17 Gen 5 (9mm)
  9. 10:01Ballistics Test: 9mm
  10. 11:26Staccato 2011 Series

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the historical duty weapons of the Kentucky State Police?

The Kentucky State Police have issued several sidearms over the years, including the Smith & Wesson 686 in .357 Magnum, the Smith & Wesson 1076 in 10mm, and the Glock 35 in .40 S&W, before adopting the Glock 17 Gen 5 in 9mm as their current issue weapon.

How did different calibers perform in ballistic gel tests for KSP duty weapons?

Ballistic gel tests showed significant expansion and deep penetration for .357 Magnum, 10mm, and .40 S&W rounds. Notably, the 9mm Speer Gold Dot G2 147gr penetrated further than the other calibers in this specific test.

Who is Scott and what is his authority on KSP duty weapons?

Scott is a former Kentucky State Trooper who provides an expert perspective on the history and performance of KSP duty sidearms, drawing on his extensive experience and practical knowledge of firearm platforms and terminal ballistics.

What are the key specifications of the Glock 17 Gen 5 used by KSP?

The Glock 17 Gen 5, adopted by KSP in 2018, is chambered in 9mm and features a higher capacity than previous duty weapons, along with modern enhancements suitable for law enforcement use.

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