This video tests six different hunting bullet types fired at zero yards into a block of paper to assess penetration depth and terminal performance. The Federal Terminal Ascent and Barnes 127 LRX demonstrated the deepest penetration, while the Hornady 147 ELDM showed the least. The test highlights how different bullet constructions perform when encountering resistance, simulating passage through an animal's thick hide and tissue.
This video from Yee Yee Life tests the bullet-stopping power of a 25-foot streetlight pole against a variety of calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The experiment, conducted by a firearms enthusiast, demonstrates how different ammunition types affect the pole, with smaller calibers causing dents and larger rifle rounds achieving full penetration. The results highlight the significant differences in ballistic performance between handgun and rifle cartridges.
This video tests the bulletproofing capabilities of wet toilet paper against various calibers. While it demonstrates that significant amounts of wet toilet paper can slow down or stop lower-power rounds like .22 LR, it fails against higher-energy projectiles such as 9mm and .45 ACP, which penetrate through many layers. The test highlights the importance of proper ballistic protection and the limitations of improvised materials.
This video tests the ballistic resistance of 50 pounds of beans against various handgun and rifle calibers. The experiment demonstrates that while beans can stop lower-power handgun rounds like .22 LR and .380 ACP, they offer diminishing resistance against more powerful cartridges. Even rifle rounds like 5.56 and 7.62x39 were significantly slowed or stopped by the bean barrier, though they did cause more penetration than handgun rounds.
This video demonstrates a DIY ballistics test where Nikko Ortiz uses a Sig Sauer P320 in .45 ACP to determine how many rolls of Scott toilet paper are required to stop a bullet. The test provides a visual, albeit informal, insight into projectile energy transfer and penetration capabilities. The presenter's energetic style and clear demonstration make it an engaging watch for firearm enthusiasts interested in basic ballistics.
This video tests the bullet-stopping capabilities of PUBG-themed cast iron skillets against various handgun and rifle calibers. The instructor, Mrgunsngear, demonstrates how multiple skillets are needed to stop most rounds, with rifle calibers consistently penetrating through several layers. The test highlights the varying effectiveness of different ammunition types and calibers against this unconventional barrier.
This video tests the bulletproof capabilities of stacks of US currency against various calibers. It demonstrates that even large denominations of cash offer limited protection, with higher-powered rounds like 50 BMG easily penetrating significant amounts of money. The test highlights the projectile energy transfer and penetration characteristics of different ammunition types through a non-standard medium.
This video tests the ballistic resistance of common household appliances against various firearm calibers, from .22LR to .45-70. The experiment aims to debunk Hollywood's portrayal of appliances as effective cover during gunfights. Findings indicate that most appliances offer minimal protection against common handgun and rifle rounds, with only certain calibers and specific appliance configurations showing any resistance.
This video from Edwin Sarkissian, an established firearms content creator, explores the ballistic penetration capabilities of Skittles as a bullet backstop. Utilizing a 9mm FN 509, a .50 AE Desert Eagle L5, and a .30-06 Springfield 1903, the experiment demonstrates that even high-powered rounds are stopped by a relatively small amount of candy, offering unique insights into projectile energy dissipation.
This video tests the ballistic resistance of bell peppers by shooting them. The title suggests a focus on projectile penetration and the effectiveness of common objects against firearms. While no specific firearms or calibers are mentioned, the premise directly relates to ballistic performance and would appeal to those interested in the physics of firearms and projectile interaction with materials. The description provides links to the creator's website and Instagram.
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