You DON'T Need 8 INCHES!...Barnes Vor-TX vs Hornady Handgun Hunter .44 Magnum AMMO Test!

Published on December 29, 2024
Duration: 15:22

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing Barnes Vor-TX 225gr and Hornady Handgun Hunter 200gr .44 Magnum ammunition fired from a short-barreled Taurus Tracker revolver. The test focuses on velocity, expansion, and penetration, revealing surprising performance from both rounds despite lower velocities than manufacturer ratings. The instructor highlights the significant expansion of the Barnes round and the controlled expansion and penetration of the Hornady.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic gel test, both Barnes Vor-TX 225gr and Hornady Handgun Hunter 200gr .44 Magnum rounds performed exceptionally well from a short 4-inch barrel. The Barnes expanded significantly to over 0.83 inches and penetrated 17.5 inches, while the Hornady expanded to over 0.63 inches and penetrated 15.75 inches, demonstrating effective terminal ballistics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:51Barnes Vor-TX 225gr Ammunition Overview
  3. 01:31Hornady Handgun Hunter 200gr Ammunition Overview
  4. 02:20Firearm Used: Taurus Tracker 4-inch Barrel
  5. 03:19Barnes Vor-TX Velocity Test
  6. 05:06Hornady Handgun Hunter Velocity Test
  7. 06:40Ballistic Gel Test: Barnes vs Hornady
  8. 08:04Gel Test Results & Analysis
  9. 10:52Projectile Examination & Measurements
  10. 13:32Conclusion & Performance Summary
  11. 14:29Final Thoughts & Year-End Wrap-up

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Barnes Vor-TX .44 Magnum perform from a short barrel?

The Barnes Vor-TX 225gr solid copper expander showed impressive performance from a 4-inch Taurus Tracker, achieving significant expansion to over 0.83 inches and penetrating 17.5 inches into ballistic gel, retaining its full weight.

What were the results for Hornady Handgun Hunter .44 Magnum in a short barrel test?

The Hornady Handgun Hunter 200gr with a polymer insert expanded to over 0.63 inches and penetrated 15.75 inches in gel from the same short barrel, demonstrating controlled expansion and good energy transfer.

Can .44 Magnum ammunition perform well from short barrels?

Yes, this test shows that .44 Magnum rounds like Barnes Vor-TX and Hornady Handgun Hunter can deliver excellent terminal performance, including significant expansion and penetration, even when fired from short barrels like a 4-inch revolver.

Which .44 Magnum round performed better in the short barrel gel test?

It was a very close call. The Barnes Vor-TX offered larger expansion and slightly more penetration, while the Hornady Handgun Hunter achieved higher velocity and energy. Both provided excellent results, making it difficult to declare a definitive winner.

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