Airsoft vs Giant Gummy Bear

Published on October 31, 2014
Duration: 4:42

This video from DemolitionRanch features Matt Carriker testing the ballistic properties of a giant gummy bear against both an airsoft rifle and a .50 BMG rifle. The experiment demonstrates the surprising resilience and energy absorption capabilities of the gummy material, which fails to be cut by airsoft BBs and only sustains minor damage from a .50 BMG round. The expert-level demonstration highlights principles of terminal ballistics and material science in an entertaining format.

Quick Summary

Matt Carriker of Demolition Ranch tested a giant gummy bear's resilience against an Airsoft H&K 417 and a Barrett .50 BMG rifle. Airsoft BBs failed to penetrate, while the .50 BMG round passed through but was met with significant material elasticity, causing a 'self-healing' effect rather than explosive fragmentation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Hypothesis
  2. 00:14Airsoft Equipment Overview
  3. 00:39Airsoft Full Auto Testing
  4. 01:59Transition to Barrett 50 Cal
  5. 02:2550 Caliber Ballistic Impact
  6. 02:58Gummy Skull Test
  7. 03:48Final Analysis and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened when airsoft BBs were fired at the giant gummy bear?

When fired from an Elite Force H&K 417 Airsoft rifle in full-auto, the 6mm BBs embedded into the surface of the 5lb gummy bear but failed to cut through it, demonstrating the material's resilience.

How did the .50 BMG round affect the gummy bear?

A Barrett .50 BMG rifle projectile passed through the gummy bear, creating an entry and exit hole. However, the elastic nature of the gummy material caused it to 'self-heal,' leaving a relatively small wound channel.

What is the significance of the gummy bear's reaction to impact?

The gummy bear's ability to absorb energy and 'self-heal' after projectile impact is notable. Unlike water-filled targets that explode, the gummy material retracts, showcasing its unique elastic and dense properties.

Which firearms were used in the gummy bear test?

The test utilized an Elite Force H&K 417 Airsoft rifle firing 6mm BBs and a powerful Barrett .50 BMG rifle, specifically a model resembling the M82A1 or M107, equipped with a Vortex optic.

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