Is This "Peach State" +P Ammo Performing on Par?

Published on March 12, 2023
Duration: 13:43

This video details a ballistic gel test of Georgia Arms 38 Special 110-grain jacketed hollow point +P ammunition. The test was conducted using a 2-inch barrel Taurus 856 and a 3-inch barrel Smith & Wesson 686 Plus, with a heavy clothing barrier. Velocity readings and gel penetration/expansion data were collected to evaluate the ammunition's performance, particularly noting the limited expansion and penetration from the shorter barrel.

Quick Summary

Georgia Arms 38 Special 110gr JHP +P ammunition averaged 1004 fps from a 2-inch barrel and 1070 fps from a 3-inch barrel. Ballistic gel tests showed limited expansion, particularly from the shorter barrel, with the projectile reversing. The 3-inch barrel offered slightly better expansion but less penetration in this test.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:47Ammunition Details: Georgia Arms 38 Spl +P
  3. 02:03Test Firearms: Taurus 856 & S&W 686 Plus
  4. 02:28Velocity Test: 2-inch Taurus 856
  5. 03:57Velocity Test: 3-inch S&W 686 Plus
  6. 05:12Gel Test: 2-inch Taurus 856
  7. 06:03Gel Test: 3-inch S&W 686 Plus
  8. 06:21Gel Test Results Analysis
  9. 08:53Projectile Examination
  10. 10:50Conclusion: Georgia Arms 38 Spl +P Performance
  11. 11:41Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the average velocities for Georgia Arms 38 Special +P ammunition from different barrel lengths?

From a 2-inch barrel Taurus 856, the 5-round average velocity was 1004 feet per second. From a 3-inch barrel Smith & Wesson 686 Plus, the average velocity was 1070 feet per second.

How did Georgia Arms 38 Special +P ammunition perform in ballistic gel with a clothing barrier?

The 2-inch barrel test showed 20.75 inches of penetration with minimal expansion and the projectile reversed. The 3-inch barrel test had slightly more disruption but less penetration, with the projectile rebounding.

Did the Georgia Arms 38 Special 110gr JHP +P expand well?

Expansion was limited. The 2-inch barrel round showed almost no expansion, weighing 110.8 grains. The 3-inch barrel round showed some expansion, reaching about .460 inches, and weighed 110.4 grains.

Is Georgia Arms 38 Special +P ammunition suitable for self-defense?

The manufacturer classifies it as 'training or plinking' ammo. While it achieved acceptable penetration, the expansion was limited, especially from shorter barrels, suggesting it may not be ideal for self-defense compared to dedicated rounds.

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