Flechettes vs Gel Balístico: o que acontece quando disparamos?

Published on August 30, 2025
Duration: 0:35

This video from Tática Civil demonstrates the terminal ballistics of Firequest flechette shotgun shells fired into ballistic gel. The expert instructor, wearing a Durkin Tactical plate carrier and using a Maverick 88 shotgun, shows how flechettes create numerous small wound channels due to their projectile type. The analysis highlights the slicing effect of flechettes compared to traditional bullets.

Quick Summary

Flechette shotgun shells fired into ballistic gel create numerous small wound channels as hundreds of tiny arrows slice through the medium. The gel shows minimal displacement, indicating a slicing penetration. While flechettes create distinct channels, traditional bullets are often considered more effective due to mass and energy transfer.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Flechette Shell Introduction
  2. 00:07Ammunition and Firearm Details
  3. 00:14Ballistic Gel Impact
  4. 00:17Initial Penetration Analysis
  5. 00:24Flechette Path and Wound Channels
  6. 00:31Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when a flechette shotgun shell is fired into ballistic gel?

When a flechette shotgun shell is fired into ballistic gel, it creates numerous small, distinct wound channels as hundreds of tiny arrows slice through the medium. The gel shows minimal displacement, indicating a slicing penetration effect.

What are the key differences between flechettes and traditional bullets in ballistic testing?

Flechettes create many small wound channels by slicing, while traditional bullets typically create larger wound channels through hydrostatic shock and tissue displacement. The video suggests bullets are generally considered more effective due to mass and energy transfer.

Which firearms and ammunition types were featured in the Tática Civil video?

The video featured Firequest flechette shotgun shells in 12 GA, 20 GA, and .410 GA calibers, fired from a Maverick 88 shotgun provided by GunPrime. The speaker wore a Durkin Tactical plate carrier.

What does the ballistic gel test reveal about flechette penetration?

The ballistic gel test shows that flechettes slice into the gel with minimal displacement. Most flechettes pass through, creating multiple small wound channels, with some getting stuck or exiting partway.

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