Could You Defeat A TYRANNOSAURUS REX ?

Published on June 30, 2025
Duration: 22:59

This video tests various firearms against a ballistic gel T-Rex head to determine what it would take to defeat one. Small calibers and magnum handguns proved ineffective. Larger calibers like the .45-70 and .577 Tyrannosaur showed more promise, but only extreme calibers such as the 700 BMG, 4 Bore, and the 950 JDJ delivered catastrophic damage, with the 950 JDJ completely shattering the skull.

Quick Summary

The 950 JDJ, firing a 2,400-grain bullet with over 30,000 ft-lbs of energy, was the most effective caliber tested against a ballistic gel T-Rex head, completely shattering its skull. Extreme calibers like the 4 Bore also delivered catastrophic damage.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Ballistic Gel T-Rex Head
  2. 02:53Testing Small Caliber Handguns
  3. 06:01Magnum Handgun Power vs. T-Rex
  4. 09:48Shotgun & .45-70 vs. T-Rex
  5. 12:10High Velocity & .577 Tyrannosaur
  6. 14:35Extreme Calibers: 700 BMG & 4 Bore
  7. 18:10The Ultimate: 950 JDJ vs. T-Rex Skull

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were tested against the ballistic gel T-Rex head?

The video tested a range of firearms including .22 LR, 9mm, .45 ACP, 10mm, .44 Magnum, .50 AE, .500 Magnum, 12 Gauge (00 buckshot), .45-70 Government, .223 Remington, .577 Tyrannosaur, 700 BMG, 4 Bore, and the 950 JDJ.

Which calibers were ineffective against the T-Rex replica?

Smaller calibers like .22 LR, 9mm, .45 ACP, and 10mm, as well as magnum handguns like the .44 Magnum, .50 AE, and .500 Magnum, were found to be ineffective, barely penetrating the thick ballistic gel.

What caliber was most effective against the ballistic gel T-Rex?

The 950 JDJ, firing a 2,400-grain bullet with over 30,000 ft-lbs of energy, proved most effective, completely shattering the T-Rex skull replica. The 4 Bore also caused catastrophic damage.

How large was the ballistic gel T-Rex head used in the test?

The ballistic gel T-Rex head replica was over 6 feet long and weighed more than 600 lbs, providing a substantial target for testing the penetration and stopping power of various firearms.

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