Videos tagged with Ice Ballistics

This video demonstrates that bullets can indeed ricochet off ice, similar to how they behave on water. Using a .45 ACP pistol, the experiment shows that while shallow angles may lead to penetration, shallower angles can induce a skip or ricochet. The presence of water beneath the ice and the high-speed impact are noted as factors influencing bullet behavior. The experiment concludes with a successful ricochet off the ice, impacting a tree, highlighting the potential for unpredictable projectile paths in such conditions.

This video tests the ability of a 5kg block of solid medical-grade ice to stop shotgun projectiles. Initially, fine lead ammunition was tested against the ice block and a milk jug. While the ice block was impacted, the milk jug behind it remained intact, suggesting the ice was effective against this type of projectile. However, when buckshot was fired, the ice block shattered, and the projectiles penetrated the milk jug, indicating the ice was not effective against buckshot.

This video demonstrates the ballistic performance of .38 Special ammunition fired into ice blocks contained within buckets. The instructor compares a 125gr Magtech Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) round against a 158gr American Eagle Lead Semi-Wadcutter (LSWC) round, analyzing penetration depth and bullet deformation. The experiment highlights how different bullet types and weights interact with a solid medium like ice, providing insights into terminal ballistics.

This video features Edwin Sarkissian and his friend Aspetti conducting an experiment involving a Mossberg 590 shotgun and a 5-gallon block of frozen red ice. They also test the shotgun's impact on a Power Ranger toy using a 1-ounce slug. The content is presented with an enthusiastic and humorous tone, showcasing basic firearm handling and destructive testing.