What Is My Most NON-LETHAL Round!

Published on July 19, 2025
Duration: 1:26

This guide details a technique for testing low-lethality ammunition, specifically the .22 Super Colibri and .22LR Rat Shot, using ballistics gel and cardboard targets. The Civilian Tactical host demonstrates how to assess penetration and spread patterns, highlighting the non-cycling nature of the Super Colibri and the pellet payload of the Rat Shot. The testing emphasizes understanding the performance characteristics for specific applications like pest control.

Quick Summary

The .22 Super Colibri and .22LR Rat Shot are tested for low-lethality applications. Super Colibri penetrates about 4 inches in gel and doesn't cycle semi-autos, while Rat Shot uses pellets with 1-inch penetration and a wide spread for close-range pest control (approx. 4 feet).

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Low-Lethality Rounds
  2. 00:11.22 Super Colibri Gel Test
  3. 00:34.22LR Rat Shot Introduction
  4. 00:49Rat Shot Spread Pattern
  5. 01:05Rat Shot Gel Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between .22 Super Colibri and .22LR Rat Shot?

.22 Super Colibri is primer-powered with deeper penetration (approx. 4 inches in gel) but doesn't cycle semi-autos. .22LR Rat Shot uses small pellets, penetrates about 1 inch in gel, and has a wide spread pattern effective for close-range pest control.

How effective is .22LR Rat Shot for pest control?

.22LR Rat Shot is designed for close-range pest control, like rats or snakes, up to about 4 feet. Its spread pattern of small pellets provides coverage, but its penetration is very limited, making it unsuitable for larger targets.

Can .22 Super Colibri ammunition cycle a semi-automatic firearm?

No, .22 Super Colibri ammunition is powered only by the primer and lacks a sufficient powder charge to operate the action of a semi-automatic firearm. It requires manual cycling for each shot.

What are the penetration depths of these low-lethality rounds?

In ballistics gel, the .22 Super Colibri penetrates approximately 4 inches, while the .22LR Rat Shot pellets penetrate about 1 inch. This data highlights their limited effectiveness against anything larger than small pests.

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