Shooting Through a Windshield

Published on February 24, 2024
Duration: 7:13

This video demonstrates shooting through a vehicle windshield to assess ammunition performance and bullet deflection. It compares Full Metal Jacket (FMJ), subsonic, and Carios Below XRG defense rounds, noting differences in penetration, hole size, and impact deviation. The test also includes a tire deflation comparison, highlighting the effectiveness of XRG rounds.

Quick Summary

When shooting through a windshield, especially from inside a vehicle, bullets tend to deviate upwards, requiring the shooter to aim lower on the target. XRG defense rounds are more effective for tire deflation than FMJ, creating larger holes for rapid air release.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction: Shooting Through Windshield
  2. 00:17FMJ and Subsonic Ammo Testing
  3. 00:49XRG Defense Rounds Test
  4. 01:31FMJ vs XRG on Clay and Vest
  5. 02:29Shooting From Inside Vehicle
  6. 03:05Compensating for Deflection
  7. 03:22Subsonic and XRG Inside Vehicle
  8. 04:22Windshield Penetration & Deflection Analysis
  9. 04:42Shooting Through Same Hole
  10. 05:20XRG vs FMJ Tire Deflation Test
  11. 06:04Tire Deflation Results
  12. 06:37Immediate Tire Deflation with XRG

Frequently Asked Questions

How does shooting through a windshield affect bullet impact?

When shooting through a windshield, especially from inside a vehicle, bullets tend to deviate upwards. This means you must aim lower on your target to compensate for the deflection and achieve a more accurate point of impact.

What are the differences between FMJ and XRG rounds when shooting through glass?

FMJ rounds can deform upon hitting glass, creating larger holes and potentially separating their jacket. XRG rounds, being solid copper, tend to create smaller, rounder holes and may retain their integrity better, leading to more predictable performance.

Which ammunition is better for deflating a tire?

XRG ammunition is significantly more effective for tire deflation than standard FMJ. XRG creates a larger, more efficient hole that allows air to escape rapidly, whereas FMJ rounds may create small holes that seal or bounce off the rim.

Does shooting through the same windshield hole improve accuracy?

While shooting through the same hole can lead to tighter groupings, some deflection may still occur. The test showed that even when aiming through an existing hole, shots could still land slightly high and to the left of the intended point of aim.

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