How deep does a .223 Remington penetrate Ballistic Gel 10%?

At the muzzle, a representative .223 Remington load penetrates approximately 459 mm (18.1 inches) into ballistic gel 10%.

What is the impact energy of a .223 Remington?

This .223 Remington load carries about 1764 joules (1301 ft-lb) at the muzzle.

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

Penetration depth

459 mm (18.1″)

Impact velocity

990 m/s (3248 fps)

Muzzle energy

1764 J (1301 ft-lb)

Bullet behaviour

Intact

Fired at the muzzle, a representative .223 Remington load (3.6 g, FMJ, 990 m/s) reaches roughly 459 mm (18.1 inches) into ballistic gel 10%.

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