Loaded For Werewolves! Winchester Silvertip Ballistic Gel Test With the Glock 27 .40 S&W!

Published on April 17, 2022
Duration: 12:29

This video details a ballistic gel test comparing Winchester Silvertip 155-grain jacketed hollow points fired from a Glock 27 (.40 S&W) with a 3.43-inch barrel and a Glock 20 (10mm, firing .40 S&W) with a 4.6-inch barrel. The test measures velocity, penetration, expansion, and weight retention, demonstrating consistent performance between the two barrel lengths. The instructor concludes that Silvertip ammunition performs exceptionally well for self-defense applications.

Quick Summary

Winchester Silvertip 155-grain JHP .40 S&W ammunition performed exceptionally well in ballistic gel tests, showing significant expansion, 100% weight retention, and consistent penetration to 14.25 inches. Testing from both a Glock 27 (3.43" barrel) and a Glock 20 (4.6" barrel) revealed minimal impact of barrel length on terminal ballistics, with only a slight velocity difference.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:14Ammunition: Winchester Silvertip .40 S&W 155gr JHP
  3. 01:03Firearms: Glock 27 & Glock 20 Barrel Lengths
  4. 02:16Velocity Testing: Glock 27
  5. 02:49Velocity Testing: Glock 20
  6. 04:19Ballistic Gel Test: Glock 27 Shot
  7. 05:16Ballistic Gel Test: Glock 20 Shot
  8. 05:43Gel Results Analysis: Penetration & Wound Channel
  9. 08:22Projectile Examination & Measurements
  10. 10:24Conclusion & Recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Winchester Silvertip .40 S&W perform in ballistic gel tests?

Winchester Silvertip 155-grain JHP .40 S&W demonstrated excellent performance in ballistic gel, achieving significant expansion, 100% weight retention, and consistent penetration to 14.25 inches. The ammunition also produced a well-defined wound channel.

Does barrel length affect .40 S&W Silvertip performance?

In tests comparing a Glock 27 (3.43" barrel) and a Glock 20 (4.6" barrel), the difference in barrel length resulted in only a 27 fps velocity increase for the longer barrel. Terminal ballistics, including penetration and expansion in gel, remained virtually identical.

What is the average velocity for .40 S&W Silvertip from a Glock 27?

The average velocity for Winchester Silvertip 155-grain JHP .40 S&W fired from a Glock 27 with a 3.43-inch barrel was recorded at 1084 feet per second over a three-round average.

Can a Glock 20 fire .40 S&W ammunition?

Yes, a Glock 20 chambered in 10mm can reliably fire and cycle .40 S&W ammunition from its magazine. This is contrary to some claims and has been demonstrated to work effectively.

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