Fancy, Fantastic .40S&W!....Liberty Ammo Civil Defense!

Published on May 16, 2023
Duration: 14:20

This video details a ballistics test of Liberty Ammunition's Civil Defense .40 S&W rounds, focusing on their performance in gel blocks after being fired from Glock 27 and Glock 22 pistols. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, analyzes velocity, fragmentation patterns, and penetration depth, noting the ammunition's consistency and effectiveness despite his personal reservations about its lightweight design.

Quick Summary

Liberty Ammunition's Civil Defense .40 S&W rounds are solid copper, fragmenting projectiles designed for high velocity. Tested from a Glock 22 (4.5" barrel), they averaged 2049 fps, exceeding the advertised 2000 fps. In gel tests with a clothing barrier, they achieved over 12 inches of penetration, with significant fragmentation creating a shrapnel field.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:13Ammunition Overview: Liberty Civil Defense .40 S&W
  3. 00:37Clothing Barrier Test Setup
  4. 01:03Ammunition Specs: 60 Grains, 2000 FPS
  5. 01:33Projectile Design: Fragmenting Hollow Point
  6. 01:51Previous Caliber Tests (10mm, .45 ACP)
  7. 02:01Test Firearms: Glock 22 & Glock 27
  8. 02:26Chronograph Testing: Glock 27 (3.5" Barrel)
  9. 03:38Glock 27 Average Velocity: 1923 FPS
  10. 03:59Chronograph Testing: Glock 22 (4.5" Barrel)
  11. 04:40Glock 22 Average Velocity: 2049 FPS
  12. 05:12Gel Test Setup: Filthy 40 Jelly Time
  13. 05:15Gel Test: Glock 27 (3.5" Barrel)
  14. 06:03Gel Test: Glock 22 (4.5" Barrel)
  15. 06:46Gel Test Results Analysis: Glock 27 Shot
  16. 07:20Fragmentation & Base Penetration
  17. 08:20Gel Test Results Analysis: Glock 22 Shot
  18. 09:02Penetration Measurements: 12.5" & 12.125"
  19. 09:19Fragmentation Spread: 1.5" to 4"
  20. 10:10Projectile Examination: Consistency & Weight Loss
  21. 10:52Base Projectile Weight: ~40-41 Grains
  22. 11:19Projectile Dimensions: Diameter & Thickness
  23. 11:47Conclusion: Liberty Civil Defense Performance
  24. 12:11Presenter's Hesitation on Lightweight Ammo
  25. 12:32Final Thoughts on Gel Block Presentation
  26. 13:14Viewer Engagement: Carry Habits & Training
  27. 13:44Affiliate Links & Channel Support
  28. 14:08Outro & Future Content

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of Liberty Ammunition's Civil Defense .40 S&W rounds?

Liberty Ammunition's Civil Defense .40 S&W rounds are solid copper, fragmenting projectiles with a deep cavity. They are designed to be lightweight and extremely fast, with a stated velocity of 2000 feet per second.

How did the Liberty Civil Defense .40 S&W perform in velocity tests?

From a 3.5-inch Glock 27, the average velocity was 1923 fps. From a 4.5-inch Glock 22, the average velocity was 2049 fps, exceeding the advertised 2000 fps.

What was the penetration depth of Liberty Civil Defense .40 S&W in gel tests?

In gel tests, including a heavy clothing barrier, the Liberty Civil Defense .40 S&W rounds consistently achieved penetration of approximately 12 inches or slightly more, with the projectile base reaching the 12-inch mark.

How does the Liberty Civil Defense .40 S&W fragment upon impact?

Upon impact, the copper jacket of the Liberty Civil Defense .40 S&W round rips off, creating a wide field of shrapnel. The solid copper base then continues its trajectory, maintaining integrity.

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