Remington CBee vs CCI Quiet Segmented Ballistic Gel Test & Chrono

Published on January 24, 2025
Duration: 18:13

This video conducts a ballistic gelatin test comparing Remington CBee and CCI Quiet Segmented .22 Long Rifle ammunition. The test includes chronograph readings and examination of projectile performance in gelatin, focusing on expansion and fragmentation. The presenter highlights the importance of these specialized rounds for quiet pest control and notes potential inconsistencies in ammunition performance.

Quick Summary

The CCI Quiet Segmented .22 LR ammunition is designed to fragment into 3-4 pieces upon impact, creating a wider wound channel. In ballistic gelatin tests, it generally performed better for damage creation than Remington CBee, which showed inconsistent expansion and deeper penetration when it failed to expand.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Ammunition Comparison
  2. 00:14Why Compare These Rounds?
  3. 00:30CCI Quiet Segmented Details
  4. 00:51Remington CBee Details
  5. 01:16Use Cases for Quiet Ammunition
  6. 02:08Ammunition Availability & Rarity
  7. 02:21Test Setup & Ballistic Gelatin
  8. 02:53Test Firearm: Ruger 10/22
  9. 03:02Importance of Rifle for Quiet Ammo
  10. 03:22Chronograph Readings Setup
  11. 04:03Remington CBee Chronograph Results
  12. 04:49CCI Quiet Segmented Chronograph Results
  13. 05:52Inconsistent CCI Quiet Performance
  14. 07:05More CCI Quiet Chrono Readings
  15. 08:30Ballistic Gelatin Test Begins
  16. 08:45Remington CBee Gel Test - Shots 1 & 2
  17. 09:48Remington CBee Gel Test - Shots 3 & 4
  18. 11:11CCI Quiet Segmented Gel Test
  19. 12:51CCI Quiet Segmented Gel Results Analysis
  20. 13:13Comparison: Penetration & Damage
  21. 14:15Comparing Wound Cavities
  22. 15:34Recovered Projectiles: CBee vs CCI
  23. 16:00CCI Quiet Fragmentation Detail
  24. 16:37Measuring Projectile Weights
  25. 17:25Whole Bullet Weights
  26. 17:37Test Equipment Links
  27. 17:55More Rimfire Content & Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between Remington CBee and CCI Quiet Segmented .22 LR ammunition for pest control?

The CCI Quiet Segmented is designed to fragment into multiple pieces, creating a wider wound channel, while the Remington CBee is a hollow point that may or may not expand. When the CBee fails to expand, it penetrates deeper with less damage. Both are subsonic and significantly quieter than standard .22 LR.

Why is using subsonic .22 LR ammunition in a rifle important for quiet operation?

Rifles have longer barrels that allow more powder to burn before exiting, resulting in a quieter report. Pistol barrels are too short, allowing unburnt powder to exit and create a loud 'crack,' negating the quiet benefit of subsonic ammunition.

What performance issues were observed with CCI Quiet Segmented .22 LR ammunition during ballistic testing?

The presenter experienced significant velocity 'duds,' with some rounds firing at extremely low velocities (e.g., 299 FPS) and failing to cycle a semi-automatic action. This inconsistency was noted as atypical for the ammunition.

How did the CCI Quiet Segmented and Remington CBee perform in ballistic gelatin regarding expansion and fragmentation?

CCI Quiet Segmented generally fragmented as designed, creating a wider wound cavity. Remington CBee showed inconsistent expansion; when it failed to expand, it penetrated deeper with minimal damage, acting like a full metal jacket.

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