7.62x39 100 Yard Gel Test | Sabre Blade Black Tip, Hornady SST, Federal Soft Point & Speer Gold Dot

Published on August 16, 2025
Duration: 13:04

This video presents a 100-yard gel test comparing four different 7.62x39mm ammunition types: AAC Saber Black Tip, Hornady SST, Federal Soft Point, and a Speer Gold Dot handload. The instructor meticulously documents penetration depth and bullet expansion for each round, offering insights into their terminal ballistics. The Federal Soft Point and AAC Saber Black Tip demonstrated superior penetration, while the Speer Gold Dot showed significant expansion but less depth. The Hornady SST exhibited substantial fragmentation.

Quick Summary

At 100 yards, the Federal 123-grain Soft Point 7.62x39mm achieved approximately 26 inches of penetration in ballistic gel with good expansion. The AAC Saber Black Tip also performed well, penetrating about 27 inches. The Speer Gold Dot expanded significantly but penetrated less, while the Hornady SST fragmented extensively.

Frequently Asked Questions

What 7.62x39mm ammunition performed best in a 100-yard ballistic gel test?

In a 100-yard ballistic gel test, the Federal 123-grain Soft Point and AAC Saber Black Tip 123-grain both showed excellent penetration (around 26-27 inches) with good expansion. The Speer Gold Dot expanded widely but penetrated less (15.25 inches), while the Hornady SST fragmented considerably.

How did the Hornady SST 7.62x39mm perform in a 100-yard gel test?

The Hornady SST 123-grain 7.62x39mm ammunition fragmented significantly during the 100-yard gel test. The bullet jacket separated from the core, with the base and core penetrating to approximately 19.5 inches. Much of the bullet material was lost due to this fragmentation.

What was the penetration depth of the Federal 123-grain Soft Point 7.62x39mm at 100 yards?

The Federal 123-grain Soft Point 7.62x39mm ammunition achieved approximately 26 inches of penetration in ballistic gel at 100 yards. It also demonstrated good expansion and a uniform wound track, making it a strong performer in this test.

Did the AAC Saber Black Tip 7.62x39mm ammunition meet advertised velocities?

Observations during testing suggested that the AAC Saber Black Tip 7.62x39mm ammunition was running at velocities lower than advertised when fired from the tested rifle. This could potentially affect its terminal ballistics performance compared to its potential.

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