how many fridges does it take to stop a bullet?

Published on June 2, 2016
Duration: 7:02

This video tests the penetration capabilities of a Glock 23 firing 40 S&W Full Metal Jacket rounds and a 12 gauge shotgun slug against multiple refrigerators filled with various liquids and condiments. The experiment provides insights into projectile energy transfer and the effectiveness of different barriers against common ammunition types.

Quick Summary

A Glock 23 firing 40 S&W 180-grain FMJ rounds penetrated through multiple refrigerators, with most stopping around the fourth and one reaching the sixth. A 12 gauge shotgun slug test showed penetration through four refrigerators, with one slug bouncing off the fifth.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:07Glock 23 and 40 Caliber Test
  3. 01:00Ammunition Details (40 S&W FMJ)
  4. 01:04Refrigerator Setup and Contents
  5. 01:34Firing Sequence (10 Rounds)
  6. 02:43Post-Shotgun Analysis (40 S&W)
  7. 03:07Damage Assessment (40 S&W)
  8. 03:52Penetration Results (40 S&W)
  9. 04:13Projectile Stopping Point (40 S&W)
  10. 04:47Shotgun Test Introduction
  11. 04:51Shotgun Ammunition (Winchester PDX1)
  12. 05:19Shotgun Test Results
  13. 05:23First Refrigerator Damage (Shotgun)
  14. 05:52Penetration Results (Shotgun)
  15. 06:08Conclusion: Shotgun Penetration
  16. 06:13Conclusion: 40 S&W Penetration
  17. 06:35Outro and Channel Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

How many refrigerators did it take to stop a 40 S&W bullet?

In this test, a Glock 23 firing 40 S&W 180-grain Full Metal Jacket rounds penetrated through the second refrigerator, damaged the third, and had one exit out of the fourth. The projectile was stopped by the sixth refrigerator, with most rounds stopping around the fourth.

What was the difference in penetration between 9mm and 40 S&W in refrigerator tests?

A previous test with a 9mm from a Glock 19 penetrated about four refrigerators. This test with a 40 S&W from a Glock 23 showed it could penetrate further, with projectiles reaching the sixth refrigerator, indicating greater stopping power.

How did the refrigerators affect bullet penetration?

The refrigerators, filled with liquids and condiments, acted as barriers. The initial bullets may have been slowed by hitting bottles and liquids, affecting their penetration. Bullets with a clearer path penetrated further, suggesting the contents and the refrigerator structure both play a role.

How many refrigerators did a 12 gauge shotgun slug penetrate?

When testing with a 12 gauge shotgun firing Winchester PDX1 slugs, the first refrigerator was destroyed. The slugs penetrated through the first, second, and third refrigerators. One slug entered the fourth, and another exited the fourth, with one bouncing off the fifth, indicating significant penetration power.

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