Videos tagged with Ground Penetration

This video tests the ground penetration depth of various firearms, from 9mm handguns to a .50 caliber Barrett sniper rifle. The .50 BMG achieved the deepest penetration at 21 inches, significantly outperforming other calibers. Handgun results varied, with 10mm penetrating 15 inches and 9mm/44 Magnum around 10-11 inches. Rifle calibers like 5.56mm, .450 Bushmaster, 6.5 Creedmoor, and .30-06 showed moderate penetration, while a 12-gauge slug created a wide crater but penetrated less.

This video explores the physics of what happens when bullets impact the ground, investigating how deep different types of ammunition will penetrate various soil conditions. It's an observational experiment designed to test the terminal ballistics of projectiles in a terrestrial environment, rather than a demonstration of shooting techniques or firearm reviews. The focus is on the projectile's behavior after firing and its interaction with the earth.