Is There a NEW Penetration King? .22lr Federal Punch vs Aguila Supermaximum, Ballistic Gel Test.

Published on September 12, 2021
Duration: 19:42

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing the penetration capabilities of Federal Punch 22LR ammunition against Aguila Super Maximum Hyper Velocity 22LR. The Federal Punch, a 29-grain round, is tested against the Aguila's 30-grain solid flat nose. Chronograph readings show the Aguila Super Maximum averaging 1345 fps compared to the Federal Punch's 1321 fps. However, the Federal Punch consistently demonstrates superior penetration, with one round passing through 32 inches of ballistic gel, establishing it as the current penetration king in 22LR.

Quick Summary

The Federal Punch 22LR (29 grain) is the current 'penetration king' for 22LR ammunition, outperforming competitors like the Aguila Super Maximum. In ballistic gel tests, the Federal Punch achieved over 32 inches of penetration, while the Aguila Super Maximum penetrated approximately 13.5 to 18.25 inches.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:16Federal Punch Overview
  3. 00:39Aguila Super Maximum Introduction
  4. 01:0940 Yard Chronograph Readings: Federal Punch
  5. 02:0840 Yard Chronograph Readings: Aguila Super Maximum
  6. 03:48Chronograph Results Comparison
  7. 04:22Ballistic Gel Test: Federal Punch
  8. 07:04Ballistic Gel Test: Aguila Super Maximum
  9. 09:58Wound Channel & Penetration Analysis
  10. 11:44Penetration Measurements
  11. 14:47Projectile Examination
  12. 16:33Conclusion: Federal Punch Reigns Supreme

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Federal Punch 22LR's performance in ballistic gel tests?

The Federal Punch 22LR, a 29-grain round, has demonstrated exceptional penetration in ballistic gel. In one test, it penetrated over 32 inches of gel, establishing it as the current 'penetration king' for 22LR ammunition.

How does the Aguila Super Maximum 22LR compare to the Federal Punch in penetration?

While the Aguila Super Maximum Hyper Velocity 22LR (30 grain) achieved a slightly higher average velocity (1345 fps vs. 1321 fps), it did not match the penetration depth of the Federal Punch. The Aguila rounds that remained in the gel penetrated approximately 13.5 to 18.25 inches.

What factors might contribute to the Federal Punch's superior penetration?

The speaker hypothesizes that the Federal Punch's ability to maintain its integrity and potentially tumble less than other rounds contributes to its deep penetration. This allows it to push through more material without deforming significantly.

What is the primary objective of these 22LR ammunition tests?

The primary objective of these tests is to determine which 22LR ammunition offers the greatest pure penetration capability. The focus is not on expansion or tumbling, but solely on how deep a projectile can travel through a medium like ballistic gel.

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