Innie VS Outie!...Wadcutter vs Hollow Point .45 Colt Self-Defense AMMO Ballistic Gel Test!

Published on December 22, 2024
Duration: 14:01

This video details a ballistic gel test comparing Underwood Ammunition's 250-grain XTP and 225-grain hard cast wadcutter loads in .45 Colt. The test, conducted from a 6.5-inch barrel Judge revolver with a clothing barrier, measured velocity, penetration, and projectile performance. The wadcutter demonstrated superior straight-line penetration and retained its integrity, while the XTP tumbled significantly and showed minimal expansion.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic gel test comparing Underwood's 250-grain .45 Colt XTP and 225-grain hard cast wadcutter, the wadcutter demonstrated superior performance. It achieved 22 inches of penetration with a straight trajectory, while the XTP tumbled extensively, penetrating 24 inches with minimal expansion.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Test Setup
  2. 00:1645 Colt Test Overview
  3. 00:51Underwood 250gr XTP Details
  4. 01:05Underwood 225gr Wadcutter Details
  5. 01:27Cartridge Comparison
  6. 01:59Firearm Used: Judge Revolver
  7. 02:52XTP Velocity Testing
  8. 04:25Wadcutter Velocity Testing
  9. 05:55Ballistic Gel Test: XTP vs. Wadcutter
  10. 06:25XTP Gel Performance
  11. 06:40Wadcutter Gel Performance
  12. 06:52Gel Test Results Analysis
  13. 07:01XTP Tumbling and Penetration
  14. 07:29Wadcutter Penetration and Disruption
  15. 08:03Penetration Measurements
  16. 08:26Close-up Gel Analysis
  17. 09:17Projectile Recovery and Analysis
  18. 09:23XTP Projectile Condition
  19. 09:47Wadcutter Projectile Condition
  20. 10:03Projectile Weight Measurements
  21. 10:40Projectile Size Measurements
  22. 10:55Conclusion: XTP vs. Wadcutter
  23. 11:51Recommendation: Wadcutter
  24. 12:11Final Thoughts on 45 Colt Performance
  25. 13:12Viewer Feedback and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the average velocities for the .45 Colt ammunition tested?

The Underwood 250-grain .45 Colt XTP averaged 917 ft/s, while the 225-grain hard cast wadcutter averaged 999 ft/s when fired from a 6.5-inch barrel Judge revolver.

How did the .45 Colt XTP perform in ballistic gel?

The .45 Colt XTP tumbled significantly in ballistic gel, penetrating 24 inches. It showed minimal, likely tumble-induced, deformation and did not exhibit controlled expansion.

What was the penetration depth of the .45 Colt wadcutter in ballistic gel?

The .45 Colt hard cast wadcutter penetrated 22 inches in ballistic gel, maintaining a straight trajectory and showing some deformation without expansion, as expected for its design.

Which .45 Colt load was recommended for self-defense in this test?

For self-defense from a 6.5-inch Judge revolver in this test, the hard cast wadcutter was recommended due to its predictable penetration, lack of tumbling, and slightly higher retained energy compared to the XTP.

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