Shooting My Most Expensive Ammo #gun #tactical #civtac

Published on August 4, 2023
Duration: 1:01

This guide details a method for testing ammunition performance, focusing on bullet expansion and recovery. It covers selecting appropriate firearms and specialized ammunition, setting up a ballistic test, and analyzing the results. The Civilian Tactical host demonstrates this process with high-energy, educational content, showcasing expertise in identifying historical headstamps and boutique ammunition brands.

Quick Summary

Civilian Tactical tested expensive ammunition including a WWII .30-06, .454 Casull from a Taurus Raging Hunter, and Defiant Munitions 'Mad Pig' .45-70. The .45-70 round was tested for expansion by firing it through water jugs into a ballistic pillow, where it fragmented into three pieces and lost enough velocity to not penetrate the pillow.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Expensive Ammo
  2. 00:12Shooting .454 Casull
  3. 00:23Testing .45-70 Mad Pig
  4. 00:41Sponsorship and Slow-Mo
  5. 00:50Ballistic Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of expensive ammunition were tested in the Civilian Tactical video?

The video featured three types of expensive ammunition: a WWII-era .30-06 black tip round (DEN 43 headstamp), a .454 Casull, and a .45-70 Government round called 'Mad Pig' from Defiant Munitions.

How was the terminal ballistics of the .45-70 'Mad Pig' round tested?

The .45-70 'Mad Pig' round was fired through two water jugs to simulate resistance, then into an RTS Tactical bulletproof pillow. This setup aimed to test the bullet's expansion and recovery.

What firearm was used to shoot the .454 Casull ammunition?

The .454 Casull ammunition was fired from a Taurus Raging Hunter revolver, which was equipped with a mounted red dot optic for improved aiming.

What were the results of the .45-70 'Mad Pig' bullet recovery?

Upon recovery, the 'Mad Pig' bullet was found to have fragmented into three pieces. It had slowed down sufficiently that it did not penetrate the ballistic pillow, indicating controlled expansion.

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