how much PLAY DOH does it take to stop a bullet?

Published on August 29, 2016
Duration: 5:52

This experiment tests Play-Doh's ability to stop a 9mm bullet. Initially, 40 layered Play-Doh disks were easily penetrated by a 9mm FMJ round fired from a Glock 17. Compacting the Play-Doh into a dense block proved more effective, eventually stopping the projectile after reinforcing the setup.

Quick Summary

Yes, Play-Doh can stop a 9mm bullet, but only when significantly compacted. An experiment using a Glock 17 showed that 40 layered disks were insufficient, but a dense, solid block of Play-Doh eventually stopped the 9mm FMJ projectile.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Play-Doh Preparation
  2. 01:45Experiment Setup: 40 Disks
  3. 02:17First Shot: Layered Disks Fail
  4. 03:04Second Setup: Compacted Block
  5. 04:43Final Results: Bullet Stopped

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Play-Doh stop a 9mm bullet?

Yes, but it requires significant compaction. Initially, 40 layered Play-Doh disks were easily penetrated by a 9mm FMJ round. However, when the Play-Doh was compacted into a dense block, it was eventually able to stop the bullet.

What firearm was used in the Play-Doh bullet stopping experiment?

The experiment utilized a Glock 17 handgun chambered in 9mm caliber. This firearm was used to fire the 9mm Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) ammunition at the Play-Doh targets.

How much Play-Doh was used to stop the bullet?

While the exact quantity wasn't specified in terms of weight, the experiment involved numerous 5oz containers of Play-Doh. The key factor was not just the amount, but how densely it was compacted into a solid block.

Did the bullet penetrate the compacted Play-Doh block?

In the initial attempt with the compacted block, the bullet curved out of the material. However, after reinforcing the setup, the dense mass of Play-Doh successfully contained and stopped the 9mm round.

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