how much glue does it take to stop 50bmg?

Published on May 12, 2021
Duration: 9:48

This experiment tests the stopping power of Elmer's glue against high-caliber rifle rounds. A .50 BMG and a .338 Lapua Magnum were both stopped by the 5th jug of glue, demonstrating that even common materials can significantly impede powerful projectiles. The video also features a segment showcasing miniature firearm replicas from GoatGuns.

Quick Summary

A .50 BMG incendiary round was stopped by the 5th jug of Elmer's glue in an experimental ballistics test. The powerful round lodged within the glue, causing a splash but no ignition. A .338 Lapua Magnum also stopped in the 5th jug.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: 50 BMG Glue Test Setup
  2. 00:26Shooting the 50 BMG
  3. 01:2450 BMG Results: Glue Stops Round
  4. 02:44GoatGuns Miniature Replicas Showcase
  5. 04:56Testing .338 Lapua vs. Glue
  6. 06:11.338 Lapua Results
  7. 08:20Conclusion & Cleanup

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber rifle was used in the Elmer's glue stopping power test?

The primary test involved a .50 BMG round fired from a Serbu BFG-50A semi-automatic rifle. A .338 Lapua Magnum was also tested for comparison against the glue jugs.

How many jugs of glue did it take to stop the .50 BMG round?

The .50 BMG round was stopped by the 5th jug of Elmer's glue. The incendiary projectile lodged within this jug, creating a significant splash but not igniting the glue.

Did the .338 Lapua Magnum penetrate more or less than the .50 BMG in the glue test?

Surprisingly, the .338 Lapua Magnum round was also stopped by the 5th jug of glue, achieving similar penetration to the .50 BMG. This suggests velocity and projectile sharpness play a key role.

What are GoatGuns?

GoatGuns are non-firing, miniature toy replicas of famous firearms. They are detailed, scaled-down models with moving parts, often used for display or educational purposes.

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