How Strong is an Anvil?

This video showcases the destructive power of a 20mm round fired from a Typhon 20 rifle against pressurized oxygen and acetylene tanks. The 20mm projectile demonstrated significant penetration, causing massive explosions and sending tanks flying. Even reinforced tank bases were penetrated or had rounds embedded, highlighting the extreme ballistic capabilities of this caliber.

This video tests the survivability of a ballistic dummy against a point-blank 20mm cannon shot with varying levels of armor. Six RTS Tactical plates stopped the projectile but caused fatal blunt force trauma. A single plate failed to stop the round, resulting in catastrophic damage. The test highlights the immense destructive power of high-caliber rounds even when armor prevents direct penetration.

This video demonstrates the destructive power of a custom-built 20mm cannon, the Typhon 20, against oxygen and acetylene tanks. The 20mm round creates a massive fireball upon impacting the acetylene tank, melting the steel. Subsequent shots on oxygen tanks result in large explosions and significant debris. The post-impact analysis reveals thermal damage and deep craters, highlighting the extreme energy of the projectile.

This video satirically presents a 'build' of an AR20mm, humorously attaching a 20mm cannon round to an AR-15 lower receiver. It highlights the absurdity with comedic effect, using a zip-tied round, a screw as a firing pin, and stock footage of an explosion. The content showcases a satirical take on custom firearm modifications.

This video presents a challenging ammunition identification test featuring a diverse lineup from small arms cartridges to large-caliber ordnance. The final two rounds, a 40mm grenade and a .50 BMG round, are highlighted as particularly difficult. The content showcases the creator's extensive knowledge and access to specialized munitions, appealing to advanced firearm enthusiasts.

This video tests the 'bulletproof' capabilities of a mini anvil against various calibers, from Birdshot to .308. While the anvil withstands impacts, it is progressively destroyed, showing significant deformation and material loss with each shot. Higher calibers like .223 and .308 cause substantial damage, with the .308 completely chunking off a large piece.

This video tests how many cast iron skillets are needed to stop various bullets, from .22 LR to 500 S&W Magnum. Most common handgun rounds like 9mm and .45 ACP are stopped by two skillets. Rifle rounds like 5.56mm and 7.62x39mm also require two to three skillets, while the powerful 500 S&W Magnum penetrates three and is stopped by the fourth. The .22 LR failed to penetrate even the first skillet.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of a .50 BMG rifle, specifically the Serbu BFG-50A, against a section of railroad track. Various .50 caliber rounds, including Raufoss Mk 211 API and silver tip API, were fired. While the rifle and ammunition demonstrated the ability to penetrate even the thickest parts of the rail (over 1.5 inches), bullet deflection and shifting upon impact with the dense steel were observed.

This video demonstrates launching an M67 fragmentation grenade using an X Products Can Cannon towards a distant frozen lake. The Can Cannon, firing .223 blanks, successfully propels the grenade, which detonates upon impact, creating a visible hole in the ice. The experiment highlights the launcher's capability for extreme projectile delivery in challenging outdoor conditions.

This video tests the destructive power of a .50 caliber spotter round against 1.25-inch thick bulletproof glass, comparing it to a standard FMJ round. The spotter round, designed to spark and flash, created a larger crater and more surface damage than the FMJ round, demonstrating its specialized impact characteristics. The Serbu BFG-50A rifle was used for both tests.