Bullet Penetration & Expansion test # 4

[dodgestdshift]

Concluding my tests in 44 Magnum, by comparing their penetration and expansion in milk jugs, fired from a Ruger Redhawk fired from 50 yds. The terminal velocities are calculated from chronograph readings at 10 feet, and calculated to 50 yds.

The results of the retest of 210 gr. Speer Gold Dot Bullet:

Bullet: Speer 210 gr Gold Dot hollow point Caliber 44 (.429 in)
Range: 50 yds Calculated Terminal Velocity 1361
Rotational Speed 55512 rpm

Shot 1

Remaining Wgt 210 gr. Measured Terminal Diameter .772 in
Penetration Depth 18-24 in
Comments: Penetrated and exited 3 jugs, core found in the 4th jug.

Shot 2

Remain Wgt. 210 gr. Measured Terminal Diameter . 705 in.
Penetration Depth 18-24 in.
Comments: Penetrated and exited 3 jugs, core found in the 4th jug.

The results of this test were much better. I cannot explain why the first bullet in the previous test came apart. Maybe just a bad bullet in the sample. These results show consistancy with other bullets and the expansion mushrooms are picture perfect.

I am now considering what cartridge to test next. Maybe the 45 Auto, 45/70 rifle, or the 357 magnum.

 

[P95Carry]

Dodge ... more good results ... and useful too. Thx.

I do wish you had some pics!!

 

[dodgestdshift]

P95Carry:

My wife got a digital camera for her birthday. As soon as I figure out how to use it, I will try to post pictures from all the tests.

 

[P95Carry]

Aha .... look forward to that!!

BTW .. just ran another test on Rohrbaugh R9 plus some expansion testing og Gold Dots etc - just in wet paper pack .... go HERE if you are interested.