AK74 Ammo Test Part 2: Wolf Mil Classic, Wolf Mil Spec, Golden Tiger & Hornady

This video provides a detailed ballistic performance comparison of four 5.45x39mm ammunition types: Wolf Military Classic, Wolf Mil Spec, Golden Tiger, and Hornady V-Max. The testing was conducted in specific environmental conditions (84.6°F, 69.9% humidity, 500 ft ASL). Results focus on average velocity, extreme spread, and standard deviation, offering insights into the consistency and performance of each load.

Quick Summary

In an AK-74 5.45x39mm ammunition test, Hornady V-Max 60-grain was the most consistent performer, averaging 2,759 ft/s with an extreme spread of 73 ft/s and a standard deviation of 17.3 ft/s. Wolf Mil Spec averaged 2,814 ft/s, while Wolf Military Classic averaged 2,698 ft/s.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction: 5.45x39mm Ammo Test Part 2
  2. 00:15Ammunition Brands Tested
  3. 00:53Environmental Conditions
  4. 01:09Wolf Military Classic Results
  5. 01:50Wolf Mil Spec Results
  6. 03:00Golden Tiger Results
  7. 04:23Hornady V-Max Results
  8. 04:59Ammunition Comparison and Winner
  9. 05:27Conclusion and Future Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the ballistic results for Wolf Military Classic 5.45x39mm ammo?

Wolf Military Classic 60-grain FMJ ammunition averaged 2,698 ft/s with an extreme spread of 89 ft/s and a standard deviation of 23.7 ft/s when tested in an AK-74.

How did Wolf Mil Spec 5.45x39mm ammo perform in the test?

Wolf Mil Spec 60-grain FMJ ammunition achieved a higher average velocity of 2,814 ft/s, but showed a larger extreme spread of 114 ft/s and a standard deviation of 28.8 ft/s.

What were the findings for Golden Tiger 5.45x39mm ammunition?

Golden Tiger 59-grain FMJ ammunition averaged 2,800 ft/s but exhibited the widest extreme spread at 134 ft/s and a standard deviation of 36.2 ft/s, indicating inconsistent performance across multiple lots.

Which 5.45x39mm ammunition was the most consistent in the AK-74 test?

Hornady V-Max 60-grain ammunition proved to be the most consistent, with an average velocity of 2,759 ft/s, an extreme spread of 73 ft/s, and the lowest standard deviation at 17.3 ft/s.

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