Thank You For Everything...

Published on March 29, 2025
Duration: 30:45

This video features Matt Carriker of Demolition Ranch conducting a farewell experiment, testing the effectiveness of jumping on a grenade using ballistic dummies. It also includes a test of a WWII German Pak 40 anti-tank gun's lethal range. The results demonstrate significant blast and fragmentation suppression from the grenade and the devastating power of the Pak 40's muzzle blast and kinetic projectile.

Quick Summary

Demolition Ranch's farewell video tested grenade suppression using ballistic dummies, showing the front dummy absorbed most blast/fragmentation, shielding a nearby ally. They also tested a Pak 40 anti-tank gun, demonstrating its lethal muzzle blast and projectile power.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Grenade Prank
  2. 00:46Ballistic Dummy Lab Unboxing
  3. 01:42Kyle Carpenter Grenade Story
  4. 03:36Grenade Blast Suppression Test
  5. 05:52Grenade Results Analysis
  6. 07:23Pak 40 Anti-Tank Gun Test Setup
  7. 13:15Pak 40 Results & Muzzle Blast
  8. 15:40Farewell & Tank Finale

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the main experiment in Demolition Ranch's farewell video?

The primary experiment involved testing if jumping on a grenade could save nearby allies. They used realistic ballistic dummies to simulate the effects of the blast and fragmentation.

How effective was the ballistic dummy in absorbing grenade blast?

High-speed footage showed the dummy placed directly over the grenade absorbed most of the fragmentation and blast, remaining largely intact while the 'buddy' dummy behind it was shielded.

What was tested besides the grenade experiment?

The video also featured a test of a WWII German Pak 40 anti-tank gun at the Drive Tanks range. They evaluated the lethal range of its muzzle blast versus a direct kinetic hit.

What happened to the dummy near the Pak 40's muzzle blast?

The dummy positioned close to the Pak 40's muzzle brake was completely destroyed by the pressure wave alone, demonstrating the extreme force of the muzzle blast even without projectile impact.

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