Rube Goldberg Machine... But With GUNS!!!

Published on December 5, 2019
Duration: 14:47

This video showcases a complex Rube Goldberg machine built using firearms, primarily black powder pistols, to bypass ATF regulations on machine guns. The creator details the mechanical setup, including string-triggered targets and crossbow initiations, and documents both successful and failed attempts. The project culminates in a 10-gun chain reaction designed to destroy a sand-filled trophy.

Quick Summary

Demolition Ranch bypasses machine gun laws by using black powder pistols in their Rube Goldberg machine, as these are not classified as 'firearms' by the ATF. This allows for a multi-shot chain reaction, though initial attempts faced mechanical failures due to bullet fragmentation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit & Concept
  2. 01:41Legal Strategy: Black Powder Pistols
  3. 02:54Mechanical Setup Explained
  4. 04:28First Attempt & Failure Analysis
  5. 06:17Crossbow Integration & Success
  6. 09:22Final 10-Gun Chain Reaction

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Demolition Ranch legally build a Rube Goldberg machine with multiple gunshots?

Matt Carriker uses black powder pistols, which are not classified as 'firearms' by the ATF. This legal distinction allows him to create a chain reaction where multiple shots are fired sequentially without violating machine gun regulations.

What caused the initial failure in the gun Rube Goldberg machine?

The first attempt failed when a Canik TP9 Elite Subcompact's bullet fragments cut the zip ties holding a target. This prevented the string from pulling the trigger of the next firearm in the sequence.

What was the final goal of the Demolition Ranch Rube Goldberg machine?

The ultimate objective was to successfully chain ten black powder pistols together in a sequence. The final target was a replica World Cup trophy filled with sand, which was destroyed upon completion of the chain reaction.

What firearms and tools were featured in the Rube Goldberg machine?

The machine prominently featured black powder revolvers (like the 1851 Navy Replica), a Canik TP9 Elite Subcompact pistol, and a Mission Sub-1 Crossbow was used to initiate the sequence.

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