Float Like a Butterfly, STING Like a Bee!...NEW CCI Uppercut VS Stinger .22lr AMMO Test!

Published on February 3, 2024
Duration: 13:15

This guide details a comprehensive ballistic gel testing procedure for .22LR ammunition, as demonstrated by Tools&Targets. It covers setup, testing methodology using chronographs and ballistic gel with clothing barriers, and analysis of velocity, penetration, and projectile performance. The expert instruction highlights the importance of comparing actual performance against manufacturer claims for ammunition intended for defense or varmint hunting.

Quick Summary

Expert ballistic gel testing reveals significant performance differences between CCI Uppercut and CCI Stinger .22LR from a 4-inch pistol barrel. The Stinger achieved higher velocity (1176 fps vs 973 fps) and penetration (13.5" vs 9.5"), with greater energy (98 ft-lb vs 67 ft-lb), while neither round showed significant expansion.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:18Ballistic Gel Preparation
  3. 00:39Ammunition Introduction
  4. 02:03Firearm Introduction
  5. 02:26Chrono Test - Uppercut
  6. 03:39Uppercut Velocity Results
  7. 04:01Chrono Test - Stinger
  8. 04:46Stinger Velocity Results & Comparison
  9. 05:43Ballistic Gel Test - Uppercut
  10. 06:33Ballistic Gel Test - Stinger
  11. 07:12Penetration & Expansion Analysis
  12. 09:11Recovered Projectiles Review
  13. 09:55Post-Test Bullet Measurements
  14. 11:18Final Conclusions & Outlook

Frequently Asked Questions

How did CCI Uppercut and CCI Stinger .22LR perform in ballistic gel tests from a 4-inch pistol barrel?

From a 4-inch Taurus TX22 barrel, the CCI Uppercut averaged 973 fps and penetrated 9.5 inches with no expansion. The CCI Stinger averaged 1176 fps, delivering 98 ft-lb of energy, penetrated 13.5 inches, and showed minor deformation but no significant expansion.

What were the key differences in velocity and energy between CCI Uppercut and CCI Stinger .22LR from a handgun?

The CCI Stinger achieved a significantly higher average velocity of 1176 fps and 98 ft-lb of muzzle energy from a 4-inch barrel, compared to the CCI Uppercut's 973 fps and 67 ft-lb. This represents a 203 fps and 31 ft-lb difference, respectively.

Did the CCI Uppercut .22LR expand as expected for a defensive round in ballistic gel?

No, the CCI Uppercut .22LR, despite being marketed for defense and optimized for short barrels, showed no expansion in ballistic gel tests and only penetrated 9.5 inches, underperforming expectations for its intended use.

Which .22LR ammunition, CCI Uppercut or CCI Stinger, performed better in penetration from a 4-inch pistol barrel?

The CCI Stinger .22LR demonstrated superior penetration, reaching 13.5 inches in ballistic gel from a 4-inch pistol barrel, while the CCI Uppercut only penetrated 9.5 inches under the same conditions.

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