Seeing how many pieces of paper it takes to stop different bullets

Published on December 6, 2024
Duration: 1:00

This video demonstrates a ballistics test conducted by the Yee Yee Life host, evaluating how many sheets of Hammermill copy paper different calibers (9mm, .44 Magnum, 5.56x45mm, 12 Gauge Slug) can penetrate. The host, a firearms enthusiast, showcases safe handling and provides observations on projectile performance. The experiment highlights the varying stopping power of different ammunition types against a common paper medium.

Quick Summary

In a ballistics test by Yee Yee Life, different calibers were used to determine paper penetration. A 9mm stopped after one pack, .44 Magnum after about 550 sheets, a 12 Gauge slug after about 1000 sheets, and a 5.56 AR-15 round penetrated 1500 sheets, stopping in the fourth pack.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:099mm Test
  3. 00:20.44 Magnum Test
  4. 00:335.56 AR-15 Test
  5. 00:48Shotgun Slug Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How many sheets of paper did a 9mm bullet penetrate?

A 9mm round penetrated one 500-sheet pack of Hammermill copy paper and stopped just before entering the second pack, indicating significant energy transfer within the first 500 sheets.

What was the penetration depth of a .44 Magnum round through paper?

The .44 Magnum Bear Load fired in the test passed completely through the first 500-sheet pack of Hammermill paper and penetrated approximately 50 pages into the second pack.

Which caliber penetrated the most paper in the Yee Yee Life test?

The 5.56x45mm round fired from an AR-15 demonstrated the deepest penetration, passing through three full 500-sheet packs (1,500 sheets) and stopping halfway through the fourth.

What type of paper was used for the bullet penetration test?

The test utilized Hammermill Copy Paper, specified as 8.5 x 11 inches, 20 lb weight, with 500 sheets per pack, providing a consistent medium for evaluating projectile penetration.

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