Can Wax Stop A Bullet? 🐝

Published on December 30, 2020
Duration: 8:01

This video from Kentucky Ballistics demonstrates an experiment testing the bullet penetration capabilities of paraffin wax blocks against various handgun calibers. Host Scott uses 16-inch wax blocks, noting the material's brittleness but surprising effectiveness in stopping rounds like .22 LR, 9mm +P, and .45 ACP. The .500 S&W Magnum test resulted in a dramatic fragmentation of the wax.

Quick Summary

Paraffin wax can stop handgun rounds like .22 LR, 9mm +P, and .45 ACP, though it tends to shatter upon impact. The .500 S&W Magnum causes extreme fragmentation, scattering wax pieces significantly.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Experiment Introduction: Wax Block Preparation
  2. 01:14Sponsor Segment: LAS Concealment Ronin 3.0
  3. 01:43.22 LR Testing Against Wax
  4. 02:189mm +P Jacketed Hollow Point Testing
  5. 03:40.45 ACP Full Metal Jacket Testing
  6. 04:38.500 S&W Magnum Testing: Massive Impact
  7. 06:31Conclusion: Wax Effectiveness and Future Tests

Frequently Asked Questions

Can paraffin wax stop bullets?

Yes, paraffin wax can stop handgun rounds. In tests by Kentucky Ballistics, 16-inch blocks of wax successfully stopped .22 LR, 9mm +P, and .45 ACP projectiles, though the wax showed significant cracking and fragmentation.

What happens when a .500 S&W Magnum hits wax?

When a .500 S&W Magnum round impacts paraffin wax, it causes a massive explosion of the material. Pieces of the wax block were observed scattering up to 30 yards away, demonstrating the extreme energy of this powerful handgun cartridge.

How are the wax blocks prepared for bullet testing?

Paraffin wax blocks are prepared by melting approximately 18 pounds of wax and pouring it into ballistic gel molds. These are then cooled to create 16-inch blocks specifically designed for ballistic penetration testing.

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