Videos tagged with Ballistic Effects

This video demonstrates the unique effects of blue-tipped 9mm ammunition, which explodes upon impact with soft targets. The instructor, exhibiting experienced authority, showcases its potential applications in a hypothetical zombie apocalypse scenario, including disabling vehicles and causing significant damage to simulated soft targets like ballistic dummy heads. The demonstration highlights the ammunition's distinct properties compared to tracer or exploding rounds.

This video debunks the myth that a .50 BMG round passing near a target can be lethal due to shockwave. Using a ballistic mannequin head and a Big Kahuna Firearms Raptor-50 rifle, the test demonstrated that while the .50 BMG round impacted and destroyed a concrete block behind the target, it did not affect the mannequin or the cardboard placed near it. The conclusion is that a near miss from a .50 BMG is not fatal.

This video explores the ballistics of 5.56mm ammunition at distances up to 800 yards, specifically investigating how a change in elevation from sea level (357ft) to a mile high (4800ft) affects performance. The experiment is conducted by taking a competition rifle from South Carolina to Colorado without making any adjustments to the firearm system, highlighting the real-world impact of atmospheric conditions on projectile trajectory and performance. The content aims to provide practical insights for shooters operating in diverse environments.