BEST EVER!? 44 Magnum Federal HammerDown 270gr Ballistics Gel Ammo Test
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- čas přidán 8. 05. 2024
- 44 Remington Magnum Federal Hammerdown 270 grain JSP ammo ballistics gel test fired from a Ruger 96/44 lever action with 18 inch barrel.
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All shots are fired from a distance of 50 yards to encompass the majority of common real world hunting scenarios.
I will be shooting into 10% ballistics gel from www.clearballistics.com that has been calibrated to meet the FBI ballistics testing protocol.
While ballistics gel isn’t an exact proxy for big game, small game, predators or defensive situations, it does provide a repeatable medium through which to test various bullets and ammunitions against each other.
With each type of ammo tested I collect data on bullet penetration depth, bullet weight retention, bullet expansion and muzzle velocity.
For reference, bullet expansion is measured at the widest expanded point using a calibrated Frankford Arsenal Digital Caliper.
Bullet weight is measured using a calibrated Frankford Arsenal Digital Scale after having removed as much ballistics gel as possible from the expanded bullets.
Bullet velocity is measured using a ProChronoPal chronograph set approximately 7’ from the shooting bench.
I am fully aware that a chronograph measuring bullet velocity from 7’ away from the muzzle is going to register a slower velocity than if velocity were measured directly at the muzzle, but that difference is going to be so small as to be all but irrelevant in regards to comparison of actual measured velocity versus factory stated velocity.
My goal with these ballistics gel tests is to provide hunters like you and I with the most objective information possible to help us make the best choice for our particular hunting situation.
The results of these tests are my own and I cannot guarantee the same or similar performance on your part. The views and opinions expressed in this video are solely my own.
All videos are filmed in a safe and controlled environment on a private range with all applicable safety precautions by a trained professional.
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Looks like Speer 270 grain.
Impressive stuff for a handgun cartridge. I would expect excellent results on game at sub 100 yards. The weight combined with the velocity and bonded bullet design is working real well. I would say the bullet is pretty much a Fusion/ Gold Dot/Deep Curl type. Essentially all similar technologies. Zero weight loss is really magic stuff.
Looks a lot like Speer Gold Dots - they make a 270gr.
29” penetration! That is insane on that shot! Great review and thanks for sharing Mason. 🙏
Hey Mason. If you get a chance to switch to 20% I think it would be a good idea. Also, there is furniture being thrown out that has faux leather covering that would mimic animal skin. Just a thought. I have some that I could send you a sample of. Good review!
This load is really getting solidly into big bore magic zone. Not all that far behind .45-70 standard pressure 300 grain ammo. 30 grains of weight and 100 FPS ain't that much in numbers. And its doing it from a light carbine at that.
I would love to see the .44 Mag Federal Fusion 240 gr bonded soft point. Thanks for all your great videos!
No elk or moose would be happy with that at all.
This bullet is the flat nose version of the Deep Curl Gold Dot.
Been religiously checking Speer's website on the daily for
Great test with amazing results for such a heavy bullet. Federal's bonded bullet did great.
Love the work you do 👍
Excellent results, love my Winchester 44Mag. Another great review!!!👍
I have this rifle!! I'll definitely be looking for this ammunition for it. Thanks for what you do 🙏🙏
Another awesome video and that is a beautiful bullet
Great info. Way to Go!!
Love your 96/44. Got mine threaded and great with suppressor.
Holy crap. Look at that expansion.
Looks like great stuff