Videos tagged with Ballistic Testing

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the effectiveness of custom shotgun rounds loaded with drill bits, tested against various targets including a soda bottle, paper silhouette, and a ballistic gel head. The instructor, demonstrating significant practical experience, notes the surprising lack of explosive effect on the soda bottle and limited penetration on the ballistic gel, highlighting the unpredictable nature of unconventional projectiles.

This video tests the ballistic penetration capabilities of a 100-pound lead block against various firearm calibers, from .22LR up to a .50 BMG. The test demonstrates that while smaller calibers leave minimal marks, larger rounds create significant craters. Notably, even powerful rifle rounds like the .308 and .223 fail to fully penetrate the block, highlighting lead's effectiveness as a projectile barrier. The .50 BMG is the only caliber shown to successfully penetrate the entire block and reach the target behind it.

This video from Tática Civil tests the lethality of a unique shotgun shell loaded with three bouncy balls, branded by Hickory Flat Boars. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise in ballistic testing, evaluates the shell's performance through water jug, paper target, and ballistic dummy head tests. The results indicate extreme devastation, with the projectiles shredding targets and causing significant damage to the ballistic dummy, leading to a strong warning against being hit by this ammunition.

This video from Polenar Tactical demonstrates the extreme durability and eventual destruction of a Protection Group Denmark Level 4 ballistic plate. The demonstration goes beyond standard NIJ testing, showcasing the plate's ability to withstand multiple high-power rifle impacts before succumbing to a final, devastating shot. The content highlights the robust nature of European-made, NIJ Level 4 rated armor.

This video from Yee Yee Life tests the ballistic resistance of steel toe boots against various firearm calibers, from .22LR up to .50 BMG. The expert instructor demonstrates that while steel toe boots can stop smaller caliber rounds like .22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, and .45 ACP, they fail to stop higher-powered rounds such as the .44 Magnum, .50 AE, and .50 BMG, which penetrate the boots and the mannequin used for testing. The demonstration highlights the limitations of standard footwear against significant ballistic threats.

This video demonstrates a ballistic test of volatile Blue Tip 9mm ammunition against a car door. The test, conducted by an experienced instructor, shows the ammunition's significant impact, causing the door to open. The content also promotes educational resources for firearms technology.

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the volatility and penetration capabilities of blue-tipped 9mm ammunition. The demonstration involves shooting a Ford Explorer door to observe the effects, highlighting the ammunition's explosive potential on soft targets and its ability to cause significant damage and smoke when impacting harder surfaces like a car door. The presenter, exhibiting experienced analysis, notes the surprising outcome of the door opening after being shot.

This video demonstrates the creation and ballistic testing of a 'dime cut shell,' a modified 12 gauge shotgun shell packed with dimes. The expert instructor from Civilian Tactical showcases the projectile's behavior through tests on a water jug and ballistic gel, revealing its significant destructive potential. The content highlights the effectiveness of this DIY ammunition modification for impact and penetration.

This video demonstrates a DIY method for creating hollow point projectiles by drilling FMJ bullets. A professional reloader prepared the ammunition. The test involved firing both standard FMJ and the modified hollow points into a Clay Lake target to compare their impact performance. The DIY hollow points created a significantly larger wound channel, suggesting increased terminal ballistics.

This short demonstrates a humorous approach to showcasing the protective capabilities of RMA Armament's 'King of Armor' plate. By anthropomorphizing a gummy bear target, the video highlights how body armor can provide a sense of security against potential threats, even in a simulated scenario. The content emphasizes the importance of protective gear in a tactical context.

This video demonstrates the unique effects of blue tip 9mm ammunition, which explodes on impact with soft targets. The instructor, exhibiting experienced handling and knowledge of various ammunition types, showcases three potential uses in a simulated zombie apocalypse: targeting zombie heads, disabling vehicles, and creating an 'explosive exit' when overwhelmed. The demonstration includes testing on soft dirt and a ballistic dummy head, highlighting the devastating damage and burning effects.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a bank door against various calibers, from .22LR up to .50 BMG. The door successfully stopped all handgun rounds and even the .50 AE from a Desert Eagle. However, an AK-47 round (7.62x39mm) and a .50 BMG round penetrated the door, with the .50 BMG causing complete destruction. The test highlights significant differences in penetration capabilities between common handgun rounds and rifle calibers.