How deep does a .22 LR penetrate Ballistic Gel 10%?

At the muzzle, a representative .22 LR load penetrates approximately 556 mm (21.9 inches) into ballistic gel 10%.

What is the impact energy of a .22 LR?

This .22 LR load carries about 142 joules (104 ft-lb) at the muzzle.

Over-penetrates (22″ vs 18″ FBI maximum)

Penetration depth

556 mm (21.9″)

Impact velocity

330 m/s (1083 fps)

Muzzle energy

142 J (104 ft-lb)

Bullet behaviour

Intact

Fired at the muzzle, a representative .22 LR load (2.6 g, FMJ, 330 m/s) reaches roughly 556 mm (21.9 inches) into ballistic gel 10%.

10% ordnance gelatin is the FBI reference medium; 12–18 in (305–457 mm) is the accepted penetration window.