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This video from Kentucky Ballistics explores whether modern firearms like the AR-15, AK-47, Glock 17, and 1911 can function using black powder. Instructor Scott demonstrates that while these firearms can technically fire black powder rounds, they experience significant reliability issues due to fouling, insufficient energy, and the corrosive nature of the propellant, requiring immediate and extensive cleaning. Chronograph data shows substantially lower velocities compared to modern smokeless powder.

This video from Yee Yee Life tests the ballistic penetration of Feastables chocolate bars against various firearms, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The experiment showcases how different calibers and firearm platforms interact with the chocolate bars, providing a unique, albeit unconventional, look at projectile energy and stopping power. The host demonstrates safe firearm handling throughout the test.

This video demonstrates a unique ballistic test where a washing machine is used as a target to stop various firearm calibers, from .22 LR up to .50 BMG. The experiment, conducted by the Yee Yee Life host, shows the surprising stopping power of household appliances against different rounds, with a ballistic dummy safely positioned behind the setup. It highlights the significant energy required to penetrate multiple layers of metal and internal components.

This video tests the bullet penetration capabilities of drywall against various calibers, from .22 LR to .308 Winchester. Key findings include that 9mm penetrates significantly more drywall than .22 LR or 5.56 Green Tip, while .308 Winchester shows the deepest penetration. The test highlights the importance of understanding over-penetration for home defense scenarios, emphasizing that even seemingly less powerful rounds can travel through multiple layers of common building materials.

This video tests the bullet-stopping capabilities of a large, dense ball of dried paint. Surprisingly, the paint successfully stopped .22 LR, 9mm, and .44 Magnum rounds. However, it was easily penetrated by a .45 ACP and completely overwhelmed by a .50 AE. The results suggest dried paint offers more ballistic resistance than commonly assumed, especially against moderate handgun calibers.

This video explores the effectiveness of various firearm calibers in splitting logs, a task typically done with an axe. Expert Edwin Sarkissian demonstrates that even powerful handgun and rifle rounds like .50 BMG struggle with large logs, though .50 BMG can split smaller ones. The experiment highlights the limitations of kinetic energy transfer from bullets for such tasks, ultimately resorting to binary explosives for the final log split.

This video demonstrates the ballistic resistance of an excavator bucket against various firearm calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG API. The test, conducted by an experienced individual, shows that while smaller calibers cause minimal damage, larger rounds like the .50 BMG API can penetrate the bucket. The footage provides visual evidence of impact effects and the destructive potential of different ammunition types.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various calibers against a large pine tree, culminating with a .50 BMG API round. Surprisingly, even powerful rifle rounds like 5.56mm and 7.62mm, as well as handgun rounds like 10mm and .44 Magnum, failed to fully penetrate the tree. The .50 BMG API round, while charring the entry point, also did not exit the back of the tree, demonstrating the significant stopping power of a substantial tree trunk.

This video from Yee Yee Life features an experienced host testing the ballistic penetration of various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG, in an Intex swimming pool. The host demonstrates proper firearm safety and provides detailed measurements of bullet penetration depths, offering unique insights into how different rounds interact with water as a medium. The results highlight significant variations in penetration based on caliber and velocity.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a Secret Service Suburban window against various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. While smaller calibers and even a 10mm and .44 Magnum were stopped with varying degrees of damage, the window was eventually penetrated by a .50 BMG sniper rifle round. The testing provides a clear demonstration of the limits of armored vehicle glass against high-powered rifle threats.