Hollow Point .177 Pellet Testing

Published on June 11, 2014
Duration: 6:05

This video demonstrates the expansion capabilities of .177 caliber hollow point pellets when fired into water, using a Ruger Air Hawk air rifle. The instructor tests Crossman Premier Hollow Points and Crossman Destroyer X pellets, measuring their velocity and observing their expansion post-impact. The findings suggest that even airgun energy can cause significant pellet expansion, making hollow points potentially more effective for small game hunting.

Quick Summary

Water is an effective medium for testing pellet expansion, as any pellet that expands in water will likely expand in other mediums. This video shows .177 caliber hollow point pellets, like the Crossman Premier Hollow Point, expanding significantly when fired into water from an air rifle, indicating sufficient energy for expansion.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Channel Update & Website Change
  2. 00:24Introduction to Pellet Expansion Testing
  3. 01:00Velocity Test: Crossman Premier Hollow Points
  4. 01:44Velocity Test: Crossman Destroyer X Pellets
  5. 02:17Firing Test: Crossman Premier Hollow Point into Water
  6. 03:02Post-Impact Analysis: Premier Hollow Point Expansion
  7. 03:40Firing Test: Crossman Destroyer X into Water
  8. 04:19Post-Impact Analysis: Destroyer X Expansion & Energy
  9. 04:54Conclusion & Recommendations
  10. 05:12Upcoming .22 Pellet Testing Video
  11. 05:26Final Website Reminder & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

Can .177 caliber airguns expand hollow point pellets?

Yes, this video demonstrates that .177 caliber airguns, like the Ruger Air Hawk tested, have enough energy to significantly expand hollow point pellets when fired into water. The Crossman Premier Hollow Points expanded considerably, increasing in diameter.

What is the best medium to test pellet expansion?

Water is presented as the best medium for testing pellet expansion. The instructor states that if a pellet does not expand in water, it is unlikely to expand in any other medium.

What were the velocities of the tested .177 pellets?

The Crossman Premier Hollow Points achieved a velocity of 916 feet per second, while the Crossman Destroyer X pellets were faster at 945 feet per second, suggesting they might be a lighter pellet.

Which pellet expanded more, the Premier Hollow Point or the Destroyer X?

The Crossman Premier Hollow Point pellet expanded to a larger diameter (.232 inches) compared to the Crossman Destroyer X pellet, which expanded to approximately .190-.195 inches. However, the Destroyer X seemed to carry more energy.

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