😱 wasn’t expecting that… 22LR vs .22 Airgun with EXTRA SPICY AMMO 🥵

Published on March 5, 2025
Duration: 3:53

This video compares the terminal ballistics of a .22LR subsonic hollow point round against a specialized exploding pellet from an airgun. Both were tested for penetration and cavitation in a clay block. The .22LR demonstrated significant expansion, while the exploding pellet showed impressive internal cavity creation due to its explosive charge.

Quick Summary

In a terminal ballistics test, a .22LR CCI hollow point subsonic round penetrated 6.5 inches into a clay block with 3 inches of cavitation, expanding into a mushroom shape. A specialized .22 airgun exploding pellet achieved similar penetration but less expansion, creating a unique 'noodle' effect from its internal explosion.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 01:22First Shot Impact
  3. 01:42.22LR Shot Data
  4. 02:05Second Shot Impact
  5. 02:24Exploding Pellet Impact Analysis
  6. 02:32.22LR Clay Block Cut Open
  7. 02:49.22LR Projectile Analysis
  8. 02:56Exploding Pellet Clay Block Analysis
  9. 03:11Exploding Pellet Unique Effect
  10. 03:27Conclusion and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the .22LR subsonic hollow point perform in a clay block test?

The .22LR CCI hollow point subsonic round achieved approximately 6.5 inches of penetration into the clay block. It also demonstrated significant expansion, forming a mushroom shape, and created a total cavitation spread of about 3 inches.

What was the performance of the exploding pellet from a .22 airgun in the clay block test?

The exploding pellet from the .22 airgun showed comparable or slightly greater penetration than the .22LR. While its expansion was less (around 2.5 inches), it created a unique 'noodle' effect as it traveled through the clay due to its internal explosion.

What firearms were used in the .22LR versus .22 airgun comparison?

The .22LR comparison featured a semi-automatic rifle from Bear Creek Arsenal, similar to a Ruger 10/22. The airgun was a Karma SLS Compact in .22 caliber, both fitted with suppressors for quiet operation.

What type of ammunition was used for the .22LR in the terminal ballistics test?

For the .22LR portion of the terminal ballistics test, CCI hollow point subsonic ammunition was utilized. This choice was made to assess the performance of a common subsonic hunting round against the specialized airgun pellet.

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