how many BASEBALLs does it take to stop a bullet?

Published on July 25, 2016
Duration: 6:23

This video tests how many baseballs are needed to stop a 9mm bullet. Using a Glock 17 and 115-grain FMJ ammunition, the experiment reveals that three baseballs are sufficient to halt the projectile. The test involves shooting a line of baseballs and analyzing the penetration depth and bullet deformation.

Quick Summary

It takes three baseballs to stop a 9mm 115-grain FMJ round fired from a Glock 17. The bullet successfully penetrated the first two baseballs, with the third baseball halting its trajectory.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Batting Practice vs. Shooting
  2. 02:39Firearm: Glock 17 & 9mm Ammo
  3. 02:57The Shooting Test: Bullet vs. Baseballs
  4. 03:21Damage Analysis & Bullet Recovery
  5. 05:21Conclusion: Baseballs Needed & Teaser

Frequently Asked Questions

How many baseballs does it take to stop a 9mm bullet?

In this experiment, it took three baseballs to stop a 9mm 115-grain FMJ round fired from a Glock 17. The bullet penetrated the first two baseballs and was caught within the third.

What type of ammunition was used in the baseball stopping test?

The test used 115-grain full metal jacket (FMJ) 9mm ammunition. This is a common type of ammunition for firearms like the Glock 17 and Glock 19.

What firearm was used to shoot the baseballs?

A Glock 17 handgun was used for the experiment. The video notes that it uses the same 9mm rounds as the Glock 19 model.

What happens to a 9mm bullet when it hits a baseball?

When a 9mm bullet impacts a baseball, it penetrates the outer layer and travels through the internal cork and fiber material. High-speed footage shows the bullet passing through multiple balls.

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