Magtech vs Federal vs Sig - Ballistic Gel Test

Published on June 13, 2024
Duration: 5:44

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing Magtech, Sig Sauer V-Crown, and Federal HST 9mm jacketed hollow point ammunition. The presenter, Guns Pinoy, evaluates expansion and penetration, noting that while hollow points are generally more expensive, they are preferred for defensive pistols. The test uses a Glock 19 and a 10% FBI Gel block from Clear Ballistics.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic gel test comparing 9mm jacketed hollow point (JHP) ammunition, the Federal HST 124 grain showed excellent expansion and controlled penetration, while Magtech and Sig Sauer V-Crown also demonstrated good expansion. The presenter recommends JHP for defensive use and stresses the importance of testing ammo for reliability in your firearm.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Ammunition Preference
  2. 00:10Guns Pinoy Introduction
  3. 00:32Ammunition Brands for Testing
  4. 00:37Test Setup: Glock 19 & Ballistic Gel
  5. 00:53Purpose of the Test
  6. 01:15Magtech First Defense Guardian Gold 115gr +P
  7. 01:33Magtech 124 Grain
  8. 01:37Sig Sauer V-Crown 115 Grain
  9. 01:43Federal HST 124 Grain
  10. 01:57Starting the Test
  11. 02:01Testing Magtech 115 Grain +P
  12. 02:13Magtech 115gr +P Results
  13. 02:34Testing Magtech 124 Grain
  14. 02:41Magtech 124 Grain Results
  15. 03:15Missing Clips & Sig Sauer Test
  16. 03:32Sig Sauer V-Crown 115 Grain Test
  17. 03:46Federal Premium HST 124 Grain Test
  18. 03:55Federal HST 124 Grain Top View
  19. 04:16Ammunition Recap: Visual Comparison
  20. 04:19Magtech 115 Grain +P Expansion
  21. 04:29Magtech 124 Grain Expansion
  22. 04:37Sig Sauer V-Crown 115 Grain Expansion
  23. 04:45Federal HST 124 Grain Expansion
  24. 04:53Final Ammunition Comparison
  25. 05:07Conclusion & Defensive Ammo Tips
  26. 05:18Reliability Tip
  27. 05:31Video Summary
  28. 05:35Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of 9mm hollow point ammunition were tested in ballistic gel?

The ballistic gel test featured Magtech 115 grain +P, Magtech 124 grain, Sig Sauer V-Crown 115 grain, and Federal HST 124 grain jacketed hollow point (JHP) ammunition. All rounds were tested for expansion and penetration.

How did the Federal HST 124 grain JHP perform in the ballistic gel test?

The Federal HST 124 grain JHP demonstrated excellent expansion and created a significant wound cavity early in the ballistic gel. The bullet stopped within the gel block, indicating controlled penetration.

What is the presenter's preference for defensive pistol ammunition?

The presenter, Guns Pinoy, generally prefers jacketed hollow point (JHP) ammunition for defensive pistols, despite its higher cost compared to full metal jacket (FMJ) rounds, due to its superior expansion characteristics.

What equipment was used for the ballistic gel testing?

The ballistic gel test was conducted using a Glock 19 pistol and a 10% FBI Gel block provided by Clear Ballistics, which was shipped from the US for the experiment.

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