Videos tagged with Extreme Cold Testing

This video features firearms expert Matt Carriker conducting a unique ballistics test in sub-zero temperatures (-13°C) in Great Falls, Montana. He evaluates the penetration capabilities of various calibers (.22 LR, 9mm, 5.56 NATO, .308 Win, and .416 Barrett) by shooting through stacked snowboards. The Barrett Model 99 chambered in .416 Barrett demonstrates significant power, penetrating approximately 25-30 snowboards.

This video from Honest Outlaw details a practical test of several firearms in extreme cold (-40°F) in Iowa. The AR-15, Glock 17, and Glock 43X demonstrated reliable function, even at extended distances for the subcompact. The Beretta M9, however, experienced significant failures to feed and cycle, highlighting how environmental conditions can impact firearm performance. The assessment emphasizes that while some designs are robust, others may require specific cold-weather maintenance.

This video demonstrates an experimental technique for shattering a metal chain by first freezing it in liquid nitrogen and then impacting it with a 12 Gauge shotgun slug. The experiment, conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, shows the effectiveness of extreme cold in making the metal brittle, leading to instant fragmentation upon impact. The Mossberg 590 shotgun and Federal Premium Vital-Shok slugs were utilized in this unique test.

This video details an extreme cold weather experiment testing firearm and ammunition performance at -110°F. The Iraqveteran8888 team, demonstrating high authority and safety consciousness, found that while extreme cold reduces ammunition velocity and causes brittleness in casings, firearms can remain mechanically functional. The experiment highlights material science phenomena and emphasizes the importance of safety protocols during such tests.