The BAR vs Atlas Stone (250 lbs!!!)

Published on December 24, 2021
Duration: 8:47

This video demonstrates the destructive power of a BAR rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield against a 250 lb Atlas Stone. The test reveals that .30-06 rounds, both soft point and FMJ, are significantly more effective than 9mm rounds in similar tests, completely demolishing the stone. The content highlights the effectiveness of heavier calibers for destructive purposes.

Quick Summary

The Kentucky Ballistics video demonstrates the BAR rifle in .30-06 Springfield completely demolishing a 250 lb Atlas Stone using approximately 40 rounds of ammunition, showcasing its superior destructive power compared to 9mm.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: BAR vs 250lb Atlas Stone Challenge
  2. 00:48Sponsor Segment: Manscaped Grooming Products
  3. 02:15BAR Setup & Soft Point .30-06 Test
  4. 04:11Comparison: .30-06 vs 9mm Stone Destruction
  5. 05:01FMJ .30-06 Test to Split the Stone
  6. 06:06Results: Stone Demolished & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What was used to shoot the 250 lb Atlas Stone in the Kentucky Ballistics video?

The video features a BAR (Browning Automatic Rifle) rifle, specifically an Ohio Ordnance Works model, chambered in .30-06 Springfield. It was loaded with both soft point and Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) .30-06 ammunition for the test.

How effective were .30-06 rounds against the Atlas Stone compared to 9mm?

The test showed .30-06 Springfield rounds were vastly more effective. While 40 rounds of .30-06 completely demolished the 250 lb Atlas Stone, a previous test with 400 rounds of 9mm caused significantly less damage to a similar stone.

What type of ammunition was fired from the BAR at the Atlas Stone?

Two types of .30-06 Springfield ammunition were used: Remington Core-Lokt (soft point) and Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) rounds. Both types were fired from the BAR rifle during the destruction test.

What were the key findings of the BAR vs Atlas Stone destruction test?

The primary finding was the immense destructive power of the .30-06 Springfield cartridge fired from a BAR rifle, capable of completely obliterating a 250 lb Atlas Stone. It also highlighted the significant difference in destructive capability compared to 9mm.

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