Opening a U.S. Military Padlock with ONE Shot

Published on September 24, 2021
Duration: 6:42

This video demonstrates the effectiveness of using a firearm to breach a U.S. Military Sargent padlock. While a single shot did not fully penetrate the shackle, a second shot successfully opened the lock. The experiment highlights that targeting the shackle is significantly more effective than attacking the lock body, even with high-powered ammunition like M855 Green Tip.

Quick Summary

An AR-15 with M855 Green Tip ammunition can breach a U.S. Military Sargent padlock by targeting the shackle. While the first shot damaged the shackle, a second shot successfully opened the lock, demonstrating the shackle's vulnerability over the lock body.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Breaching a Military Padlock
  2. 01:01Inspecting the Sargent Padlock
  3. 01:41Setup: AR-15 & M855 Ammo
  4. 02:36First Shot Results: Shackle Damaged
  5. 03:39Second Shot Success: Lock Opened
  6. 04:48Third Shot: Lock Body Impact

Frequently Asked Questions

Can an AR-15 open a U.S. Military padlock?

Yes, an AR-15 can open a U.S. Military Sargent padlock, but it may take multiple shots. Targeting the shackle proved effective, with the second M855 Green Tip round successfully breaching the lock.

What is the best way to breach a military padlock with a firearm?

The most effective method is to target the padlock's shackle directly at point-blank range. Shooting the main body of the lock is less effective, even with powerful ammunition like M855 Green Tip.

What ammunition was used to test the military padlock?

The test utilized M855 Green Tip (5.56x45mm NATO) ammunition fired from an AR-15 rifle. This type of ammunition is known for its penetrative capabilities.

How durable are U.S. Military Sargent padlocks?

These padlocks are extremely durable. While M855 Green Tip rounds damaged the shackle and penetrated the body, they did not immediately sever the shackle on the first shot.

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