This video pits various firearms, culminating in a massive 4 Bore rifle, against a 250-pound Atlas stone. While smaller calibers like .45 ACP and .44 Magnum only cause minor chipping, 5.56 NATO creates pits and .458 SOCOM begins to break off chunks. The 4 Bore, despite immense energy, heavily craters the stone but doesn't shatter it, requiring a jackhammer for final destruction.
This video features an enthusiastic and knowledgeable ballistic test from Kentucky Ballistics, demonstrating the stopping power of various rifle calibers against a 200 lb rubber Atlas stone. The expert highlights that only high-powered rounds like .416 Rigby and .50 BMG could penetrate the rubber, with the internal iron core acting as the ultimate barrier for most tested ammunition.
This video from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott, an experienced firearms content creator, conducting a destructive test on a 250 lb Atlas Stone using an Ohio Ordnance Works BAR chambered in .30-06 Springfield. The test compares the effectiveness of Remington Core-Lokt soft point ammunition against Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) rounds in shattering the stone. The BAR, a civilian semi-automatic version of the M1918A2, is shown to be a powerful platform for this type of extreme testing.
This guide details a ballistic test conducted by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, an established subject matter expert. The test involves firing a Tippmann Armory 9mm Gatling Gun at a 250 lb Atlas stone to assess the 9mm caliber's effectiveness against dense targets. The procedure emphasizes range safety, including firing from an elevated position to manage ricochets, and documents the results of approximately 450 rounds impacting the stone.
This video demonstrates an extreme ballistics test, pitting a powerful Double Barrel Elephant Rifle in 500 Nitro Express against a 340 lb Atlas stone. Host Scott, exhibiting high-level expertise and enthusiasm, systematically tests the stone's durability with various calibers, culminating in the complete destruction of the stone with a simultaneous double-barrel discharge. The experiment highlights the immense power of the 500 Nitro Express and provides insights into projectile performance against dense materials.
This video from Edwin Sarkissian demonstrates the destructive power of various firearms against a 105lb Atlas stone. High-profile firearms content creator Edwin Sarkissian showcases safe handling and knowledge of specialized ammunition like API and Green Tip rounds. The tests range from a 9mm pistol to a .50 BMG rifle, illustrating escalating levels of impact and penetration.
This video covers Day 1 of the Tactical Games in Florida, 2019, detailing three competitive shooting and physical endurance events. The competitor, Ivan from Kit Badger, shares his experiences, challenges, and performance across various stages involving carrying heavy loads, shooting from multiple positions with both rifle and pistol, and navigating obstacle courses. He highlights specific gear used, such as the Sig P365XL and a fanny pack holster, and discusses the difficulties of shooting with iron sights at extended distances.
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