308 VS 450 Bushmaster Ballistic Chickens! Hornady Interlock Bullets

Published on December 7, 2024
Duration: 8:17

This video compares the terminal ballistics of the 308 Winchester and 450 Bushmaster calibers using Hornady Interlock bullets fired into ballistic chickens. The 450 Bushmaster demonstrated more violent fragmentation and greater penetration at close range, though the 308's performance is noted to potentially differ at longer distances due to its higher ballistic coefficient.

Quick Summary

In a close-range ballistic chicken test, the 450 Bushmaster (200gr Hornady Interlock) demonstrated more violent fragmentation and deeper penetration (nearly 16 inches) compared to the 308 Winchester (150gr Hornady Interlock), which penetrated about 9 inches. The 308's performance may differ at longer ranges due to its higher ballistic coefficient.

Chapters

  1. 00:40Introduction: 308 vs 450 Bushmaster Ballistics
  2. 00:54Bullet Comparison: Hornady Interlock
  3. 01:08Rifle Setups: 308 in Tavor 7 vs 450 Bushmaster
  4. 01:48Ballistics Chicken Test Setup
  5. 02:43308 Winchester Test Results
  6. 04:19450 Bushmaster Test Results
  7. 05:39Bullet Fragmentation and Penetration Analysis
  8. 06:01Measuring Penetration: 308 vs 450
  9. 06:42Close Range vs. Distance Performance Discussion
  10. 07:13Conclusion and Entertainment Value

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the 308 Winchester and 450 Bushmaster compare in a ballistic chicken test?

The 450 Bushmaster, using a 200gr Hornady Interlock, showed more violent fragmentation and greater penetration (nearly 16 inches) than the 308 Winchester with a 150gr Interlock (about 9 inches) at close range (7 yards).

What bullets were used in the 308 vs 450 Bushmaster ballistic test?

Both calibers were tested using Hornady Interlock bullets. The 308 Winchester used a 150-grain Interlock, while the 450 Bushmaster used a 200-grain Interlock, aiming for a comparable test.

Does the 308 Winchester or 450 Bushmaster have better long-range ballistics?

While the 450 Bushmaster was more destructive at close range, the 308 Winchester is expected to perform differently at longer distances due to its higher ballistic coefficient, retaining energy better over distance.

How are ballistic chicken tests conducted for rifle calibers?

For rifle calibers, ballistic chickens are typically left with their internal organs rather than filled with gel. This is because rifle rounds tend to cause significant fragmentation, making gel containment difficult.

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