Remington #4 Buckshot Gel Test

[plouffedaddy]

Just finished up the testing of the #4 buckshot round from Remington (#12B4) Here are the conditions and results.

Test conditions:
-20'' Remington 870 barrel (no aftermarket chokes, as it comes from the factory)
-300 feet above sea level
-Test rounds fired from 10 feet
-FBI spec Clear Ballistics gel block (more on this below)
-4 layers of denim

Results:
-1234 fps average velocity
-11.5-15'' of penetration
-3'' pattern

The manufacture of the gel block, Clear Ballistics, claims their gel meets FBI specs for testing. I calibrate my gel per their specs prior to testing and use 4 layers of denim per IWBA protocol.

However, by no means am I saying this test is a substitute for the great work industry professionals like Dr. Roberts and others do. I'm just a shooter that likes to learn about the products I use.

Here's the video showing the test, the permanent cavity, and a discussion of the results:

[tankerman]

I'm curious about Hevi-shot. Ever test it?


I keep in #2 Hevy-shot (goose load) our 870 at home.

[10mm]

Cool touch putting your Pony in the background.

[cycle61]

That looks like it would spoil your whole afternoon.

[plouffedaddy]

Cool touch putting your Pony in the background.

Thanks but I don't put it there intentionally. In reality I'm just too lazy to walk too far so I usually just park close

I'm curious about Hevi-shot. Ever test it?


I keep in #2 Hevy-shot (goose load) our 870 at home.

I haven't, sorry.

[Cowboy T]

Looks like #4 Buck would do the trick without risking too much overpenetration in a home defense situation. Thanks for doing this vid.

[weezil_boi]

yup. I think #4 is perfect for HD.