how many COCONUTs does it take to stop a bullet?

Published on September 25, 2016
Duration: 5:31

This experiment tests how many coconuts are needed to stop a bullet. A 9mm Glock 17 round and a 5.56 AR-15 round both penetrated three coconuts and were stopped by the fourth. The results were surprisingly similar despite the difference in caliber and velocity, highlighting the effectiveness of coconuts as a ballistic medium in this specific test. The video also includes a brief tutorial on extracting coconut water.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test, both a 9mm Full Metal Jacket round from a Glock 17 and a 5.56x45mm NATO round from an AR-15 penetrated three coconuts and were stopped by the fourth. This suggests similar penetration capabilities against this medium, despite the difference in caliber and velocity.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Coconuts vs Bullets Experiment
  2. 00:579mm Glock 17 Test Setup
  3. 01:419mm Results Analysis
  4. 02:515.56 AR-15 Test Setup
  5. 03:145.56 Results Analysis
  6. 03:58How to Extract Coconut Water

Frequently Asked Questions

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

In the experiment conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, a 9mm Full Metal Jacket round fired from a Glock 17 penetrated three coconuts and was stopped by the fourth coconut.

Can a 5.56 bullet be stopped by coconuts?

Yes, a 5.56x45mm NATO round fired from an AR-15 was also stopped by the fourth coconut, showing similar penetration power to the 9mm round in this test.

Did the 5.56 round penetrate more coconuts than the 9mm?

Surprisingly, no. Both the 9mm FMJ and the 5.56 NATO rounds penetrated three coconuts and were stopped by the fourth, indicating comparable performance against this medium.

What kind of ammo was used in the coconut test?

The test used 9mm Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) rounds for the Glock 17 and 5.56x45mm NATO rounds for the AR-15. Both are common types of ammunition.

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