Federal Flight Control #1 Buckshot Ballistics Gel Test (LE132-1B) HD

Published on December 27, 2012
Duration: 2:48

This video provides an expert-level ballistics gel test of Federal Premium Law Enforcement #1 Buckshot (LE132-1B). The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, details the ammunition's specifications, including pellet count, diameter, and weight. The test utilizes a Vepr 12 shotgun and a Chrony F-1 chronograph to measure muzzle velocity, recording an average of 1137 FPS. The ballistics gel results show a tight initial pattern, extensive tissue damage, and consistent 17-18 inch penetration with undeformed pellets, highlighting its effectiveness for law enforcement applications.

Quick Summary

The Federal Premium Law Enforcement #1 Buckshot (LE132-1B) was tested with an average muzzle velocity of 1137 FPS and demonstrated consistent penetration of 17-18 inches in ballistics gel. The load contains 15 pellets per shell, each measuring 0.29 inches in diameter and weighing 33 grains, showing excellent performance with undeformed pellets.

Chapters

  1. 00:13Ammunition Introduction and Specs
  2. 00:36Chronograph Velocity Test
  3. 00:46Firearm Used for Testing
  4. 01:07Ballistics Gel Shot
  5. 01:16Gel Penetration Analysis
  6. 01:55Overhead Gel View
  7. 02:06Test Conclusion and Summary
  8. 02:31Viewer Engagement and Closing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tested muzzle velocity for Federal Premium LE132-1B #1 Buckshot?

The Federal Premium Law Enforcement #1 Buckshot (LE132-1B) was tested using a Chrony Model F-1 chronograph and recorded an average muzzle velocity of 1137 feet per second (FPS), exceeding its advertised 1100 FPS.

How deep does Federal #1 Buckshot penetrate in ballistics gel?

In the ballistics gel test, Federal Premium LE132-1B #1 Buckshot demonstrated consistent penetration depths of 17 to 18 inches for recovered pellets, with the pellets remaining undeformed.

What firearm was used for the Federal #1 Buckshot ballistics test?

The ballistics test for the Federal Premium LE132-1B #1 Buckshot was conducted using a Vepr 12 shotgun, which features a 19-inch barrel. The instructor noted its performance could be compared to common models like the Remington 870 or Mossberg 500/590.

How many pellets are in a Federal LE132-1B #1 Buckshot shell?

Each Federal Premium Law Enforcement #1 Buckshot shell, model LE132-1B, contains 15 pellets. Each pellet measures 0.29 inches in diameter and weighs 33 grains.

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