How deep in the ground can Arrows go?

This experiment tests the penetration capabilities of bows and a crossbow against an airplane door. A 20 lb bow failed to penetrate, while a 70 lb bow succeeded, though the arrow broke. The 210 lb crossbow, using a broadhead, gashed through the door and embedded in a table, missing the dummy. The results highlight significant differences in projectile power and material resistance.

This experiment tests the penetration power of different bows through watermelons. A recurve bow penetrated three watermelons, a compound bow with a practice tip penetrated four and stopped in the fifth, while a broadhead stopped in the third. The TenPoint Nitro XRT crossbow with a broadhead penetrated five watermelons, and with a practice tip, it penetrated six.

This experiment tests the penetration power of arrows against hard hats. A PSE Evoke 31 compound bow, drawing 75 lbs and shooting at 330 fps, was used. A standard practice tip arrow penetrated two hard hats, stopping at the third. A stainless steel broadhead arrow, however, completely pierced three hard hats, demonstrating significantly higher penetration capability.

This video explores the maximum altitude achievable by arrows launched with a string attached, utilizing archery equipment. The title and description suggest a focus on the physics and practical limits of arrow flight in an archery context. The presence of #compoundbow and #pse indicates specific equipment is likely featured. While the core topic is arrow ballistics, it falls under the broader umbrella of projectile dynamics relevant to archery enthusiasts.

This video tests a custom .50 BMG arrow designed to fire its round upon impact. Initial tests with a recurve bow failed due to the round falling out, but a successful ignition was achieved after securing it with tape, causing a significant explosion on a car door. Further tests showed dangerous ricochets and poor accuracy due to the arrow's extreme weight distribution, making it unsuitable for precise targeting.

This video demonstrates the flight time of arrows shot vertically using different bow types. A recurve bow arrow fell in 8.5 seconds, a compound bow arrow in 12 seconds, and a high-speed crossbow arrow in 18.5 seconds. Specialized whistling arrow tips were used to aid in tracking the arrow's descent, adding weight but providing an auditory cue.

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.