Winchester Ranger T Series 95gr 380 Ballistic Gel Test (HD)

Published on February 18, 2014
Duration: 3:51

This video details a ballistic gel test of the Winchester Ranger T Series 95-grain .380 Auto ammunition, fired from a Kel-Tec CW380 with a 2.58-inch barrel. The test reveals significant expansion and penetration, though it falls short of the FBI's 12-inch minimum recommendation for hollow-point rounds. The instructor notes the ammunition's design evolution from Black Talons and its low-flash propellant.

Quick Summary

The Winchester Ranger T Series 95gr .380 Auto ammunition, tested in ballistic gel from a Kel-Tec CW380, achieved 9.5 inches of penetration and an average expansion of 0.51 inches (0.71 inches with talons). It fired at 897 fps with 170 ft-lbs of energy, featuring a low-flash propellant, but did not meet the FBI's 12-inch penetration standard for hollow points.

Chapters

  1. 00:11Introduction to Winchester Ranger T Series .380 Auto
  2. 00:14Ammunition Details: 95 Grain, T Series, Law Enforcement Marketing
  3. 00:55Flash Suppressant Propellant Feature
  4. 01:08Test Firearm: Kel-Tec CW380 with 2.58 inch Barrel
  5. 01:47Ballistic Gel Impact and Expansion Analysis
  6. 01:56Penetration Depth and Final Resting Place
  7. 02:00Recovered Round Weight and Grain Calculation
  8. 02:05Average Expansion Measurements (with and without talons)
  9. 02:14Overall Expansion Uniformity and Jacket Integrity
  10. 02:25Total Penetration and Velocity Data
  11. 02:28Muzzle Energy Calculation
  12. 02:34Test Distance and Proximity to Muzzle Velocity
  13. 02:47Comparison to FBI Penetration Standards
  14. 03:01Carry Decision: Hollow Point vs. Full Metal Jacket
  15. 03:12Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Winchester Ranger T Series 95gr .380 Auto ammunition?

The Winchester Ranger T Series 95gr .380 Auto ammunition is an evolution of the Black Talon design, featuring sharp 'talons' for enhanced tissue damage. It also utilizes a flash-suppressant propellant for a low-flash signature and is available to civilians.

How did the Winchester Ranger T Series .380 Auto perform in ballistic gel testing?

In ballistic gel, the ammunition achieved an average expansion of 0.51 inches (0.71 inches with talons) and penetrated 9.5 inches. It maintained its weight with minimal loss and showed uniform expansion without jacket separation.

What was the velocity and energy of the Winchester Ranger T Series .380 Auto from a Kel-Tec CW380?

Fired from a Kel-Tec CW380 with a 2.58-inch barrel, the Winchester Ranger T Series 95gr .380 Auto averaged 897 feet per second, generating approximately 170 foot-pounds of muzzle energy.

Does the Winchester Ranger T Series .380 Auto meet FBI penetration recommendations?

No, the Winchester Ranger T Series 95gr .380 Auto achieved 9.5 inches of penetration in ballistic gel, which falls short of the FBI's recommended minimum of 12 inches for hollow-point ammunition.

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