How Much Leather Does It Take To Stop A Bullet?

This video from Yee Yee Life tests the bulletproof capabilities of a 2-inch solid titanium block against a variety of firearm calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The host demonstrates that while smaller calibers cause minimal damage, even high-powered rounds like the .50 BMG fail to penetrate the titanium, though they do create significant surface craters and dents. The experiment highlights titanium's impressive resistance to ballistic impact.

This video from Yee Yee Life conducts a practical, albeit informal, ballistics test to determine how many bamboo cutting boards are needed to stop various common bullet calibers. The experiment progresses from a .22 LR, which is stopped by the first board, up to a .50 BMG, which penetrates all eight boards. The host demonstrates safe handling and showcases a variety of firearms used in the tests, providing a visual comparison of bullet energy versus material resistance.

This ballistic test by Kentucky Ballistics explores if a standard residential air conditioner can serve as effective cover. While smaller calibers like .22 LR and 9mm are stopped by internal coils, larger rounds like .44 Magnum and .50 AE are often halted by the dense compressor unit. Even powerful rifle rounds struggle to penetrate the compressor, which acts as the only reliable stopping point, though it's a small target. The conclusion is that an AC unit offers poor ballistic protection.

This experiment tests the ballistic resistance of peanut butter against various firearm calibers. A .22 LR was stopped by two jars, while a 9mm required five. The powerful .50 AE penetrated approximately eight jars, and a 7.62x39mm was stopped by five to six jars. The video also features a demonstration of a .50 BMG's destructive power on water and a sponsor segment for Grip6 products.

This experiment from Yee Yee Life tests the penetration capabilities of various firearm calibers through standard bricks. The video demonstrates how different rounds, from .22 LR to .50 BMG, interact with brick barriers, showcasing the significant differences in energy transfer and destructive power. The results highlight the effectiveness of larger calibers and higher-velocity rifle rounds in overcoming substantial material resistance.

This experiment tests the bullet-stopping power of approximately 1300 lbs of Jello across three 55-gallon barrels. Smaller calibers like .22 LR and 9mm were stopped easily, while larger handgun rounds like .44 Magnum and .50 AE penetrated into the second barrel. Rifle rounds such as 5.56 and 7.62x39 were also stopped by the Jello, with .308 penetrating into the second barrel. The most powerful rounds, .500 Nitro Express and .700 Nitro Express, were the only ones to fully penetrate all three barrels.

This video details a catastrophic failure of a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG, which exploded due to extreme pressure exceeding 85,000 PSI. The incident resulted in severe injuries to the shooter, Scott, including a broken orbital bone, nose, lacerated jugular vein, and punctured lung. The analysis points to the breech cap shearing off its threads as the failure point, highlighting the dangers of exceeding firearm pressure limits.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics puts the Desert Eagle Mark XIX through a series of extreme environmental torture tests. The firearm demonstrates impressive initial resilience, functioning perfectly after water submersion and snow exposure. However, it encounters significant malfunctions when subjected to mud and sand, highlighting potential failure points in extreme conditions. The test is conducted by Scott, a recognized authority in destructive firearm testing.

This video features a series of extreme caliber tests using a zombie torso dummy. The .700 Nitro Express is tested with a 1000-grain soft point round, followed by .600, .500, and .470 Nitro Express calibers. Additional tests include the .460 Weatherby Magnum and .500 Jeffery, showcasing the immense power and recoil of these large-bore firearms.

This Liberty Safe National Classic Select underwent extreme torture tests, including a flamethrower fire simulation and ballistic impacts. While it withstood .45 ACP, .50 AE, .500 S&W Magnum, and .450 Marlin rounds, a .308 Win round penetrated, and .50 BMG rounds easily breached the safe. Despite significant damage, the safe's frame remained intact against mechanical force.