Videos tagged with Ballistics Testing

This video tests the performance of 1-karat diamond-tipped .45 ACP rounds fired from a 1911. The tests included a water jug penetration and a ballistics gelatin test. The diamond-tipped rounds, similar to FMJ, did not exhibit expansion and passed through both water jugs and the gelatin block cleanly, suggesting potential underperformance compared to traditional hollow points in this specific configuration. The presenter questions the effectiveness of .45 ACP hollow points in general based on these results.

This video tests the bullet resistance of a Soviet-era hammer against various calibers of ammunition, from birdshot to .50 BMG. The hammer's head showed minimal damage from smaller calibers, with paint chips and small craters, but was significantly penetrated and damaged by larger rounds like 7.62x39mm and .308 Winchester.

This video explores the performance of .30-06 ammunition, specifically focusing on the .30-06 Accelerator sabot round and comparing it to standard Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) and Hornady CX hunting rounds. The presenter conducts ballistics gel tests to demonstrate penetration differences, aiming to explain discrepancies in the Charlie Kirk case. The .30-06 Accelerator shows significantly less penetration, consistent with its design as a small .22 caliber bullet fired at high velocity, often resulting in fragmentation and no exit wound. Standard FMJ rounds exhibit much deeper penetration, while the expanding Hornady CX offers a balance.

This video tests the durability of a 'Nee Doh' toy against various firearm calibers, demonstrating its penetration limits. The instructor also promotes Snoring Desert Institute for firearms mechanics and gunsmithing education, highlighting their online programs with hands-on components.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features a detailed test of various firearms against a life-sized Velociraptor replica to determine what it would take to defeat one. Host Scott, alongside Chris from Ballistic Dummy Lab, tests handguns from .22LR up to .500 Magnum, shotguns including a Spas-12, and rifles ranging from .45-70 to a .4 Bore. The experiment provides insights into the stopping power required for different threats, with a focus on practical application and the effectiveness of various calibers against a simulated large predator.

This video demonstrates the impact of barrel length on muzzle velocity using .38 Special ammunition. A 1.8-inch barrel Ruger LCR and a 6-inch barrel Ruger GP100 were tested. The results show a significant velocity difference between the two barrel lengths, highlighting how barrel length affects projectile speed.

This video from Yee Yee Life tests the penetration capabilities of various firearms against a stack of baking sheets, culminating with a .50 BMG round. The experiment demonstrates the relative stopping power of different calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG, and includes a 12-gauge slug, AK-47, .308, and .30-06 rifle rounds. The results highlight significant differences in penetration, with the .50 BMG ultimately piercing all 34 baking sheets.

This video provides a detailed comparison of five different brands of 55-grain M193 ammunition, evaluating their performance through two distinct AR-15 barrels. The analysis includes muzzle velocity, 30-shot group sizes, and AZ scores at 100 yards, offering valuable data for shooters seeking to understand brand-specific performance characteristics.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a 1kg rubber mallet against various calibers of ammunition, from .22 LR to .308 Winchester. The mallet demonstrates significant resistance, absorbing or deflecting most rounds, but is ultimately penetrated by the .308. The test highlights the surprising durability of the rubber mallet against firearm projectiles.

This video tests the bullet resistance of a 2-lb rubber mallet against various calibers, from birdshot to .50 BMG. The mallet demonstrates surprising durability, absorbing impacts from smaller calibers without penetration. However, larger calibers like .223 Remington shatter the handle, and .308 Winchester penetrates the head. The experiment highlights the potential for unexpected stopping power in common tools.

This video demonstrates the penetration capabilities of various common firearm calibers through a stack of 1000 paper plates. It highlights how bullet energy and construction significantly affect penetration depth, with higher caliber rounds generally requiring more plates to stop. The experiment provides a visual, albeit informal, understanding of ballistic performance against a soft, uniform medium.

This video showcases the 'Kraken,' a custom-built, seven-barrel Nock Volley Gun, demonstrating its capabilities and extreme recoil. The presenter, Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, fires the weapon at various targets, including sodas, a ham, bulletproof glass, and body armor, detailing the significant recoil (340 lbs) and the weapon's destructive power. The video also touches upon the historical context of Nock Volley guns and the presenter's personal history with a severe firearm accident.