Effects of .22LR VS Truck Windshield - TheFirearmGuy

Published on July 6, 2023
Duration: 6:15

This video demonstrates the penetration capabilities of .22LR ammunition through a truck windshield. The test uses a Kel-Tec P17 pistol with Federal 36-grain copper-plated hollow-point ammunition. The results indicate that .22LR rounds can effectively penetrate automotive glass at typical engagement distances.

Quick Summary

A .22 Long Rifle cartridge, specifically a 36-grain copper-plated hollow point, is capable of penetrating a standard truck windshield. This test, conducted at seven and twelve yards with a Kel-Tec P17, showed that the rounds passed through the glass without significant alteration to their trajectory.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Sponsor
  2. 00:37Test Setup: .22LR Windshield Penetration
  3. 00:47Ammunition: Federal 36gr HP
  4. 00:54Firearm: Kel-Tec P17
  5. 01:07Windshield Setup & Target
  6. 01:45Test 1: 7 Yards Shots
  7. 02:16Test 2: 11-12 Yards Shots
  8. 02:45Results & Conclusion
  9. 03:16Final Verdict: .22LR Penetration

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a .22LR bullet penetrate a truck windshield?

Yes, this test demonstrates that a .22 Long Rifle cartridge, specifically a 36-grain copper-plated hollow point fired from a Kel-Tec P17, can penetrate a standard truck windshield at distances of seven and twelve yards.

What type of ammunition was used in the windshield penetration test?

The test utilized Federal 36-grain copper-plated hollow-point .22LR ammunition. This type of round is common and was chosen for its typical performance characteristics.

How far away was the shooter from the windshield during the test?

The penetration test was conducted at two primary distances. The first set of shots was taken from approximately seven yards, and the second set was fired from about eleven to twelve yards away from the windshield.

Did the .22LR bullet's trajectory change after hitting the windshield?

According to the video, the .22LR bullet's trajectory appeared to remain largely unchanged after penetrating the windshield. It was described as going 'straight through like butter' with no significant deviation observed.

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