What Happens If A Tank Shoots Directly at a Human (Point Blank)

Published on April 9, 2023
Duration: 14:10

This video details the destructive power of tank rounds fired at point-blank range against realistic ballistic dummies. Tests included a 76mm round from a British Scorpion tank and a massive 152mm projectile from a D-20 Howitzer. The 152mm round demonstrated extreme destructive force, completely vaporizing the target and highlighting the immense kinetic energy involved in modern tank warfare.

Quick Summary

A 152mm projectile fired from a D-20 Howitzer at 2500 fps completely vaporized a ballistic dummy at point-blank range, showcasing extreme destructive power and temporary cavity effects.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Tank Shell vs Human Experiment
  2. 00:52Sponsor Showcase
  3. 02:23Ballistic Dummy Setup
  4. 03:22British Scorpion 76mm Tank Test
  5. 05:58High Velocity 76mm Round Analysis
  6. 09:02152mm Howitzer Test with Brandon Herrera
  7. 11:18Final Analysis: 152mm Destruction

Frequently Asked Questions

What tank rounds were tested against a ballistic dummy at point-blank range?

The experiment tested a 76mm round from a British Scorpion Light Tank and a 152mm projectile fired from a D-20 Howitzer against realistic ballistic dummies at point-blank range.

How destructive was the 152mm tank shell in the test?

The 152mm round completely vaporized the ballistic dummy target. Slow-motion footage revealed extreme temporary cavity effects and total structural failure of the dummy.

What kind of ballistic dummy was used for the tank shell tests?

A 'Socialist' version ballistic dummy from Ballistic Dummy Labs was used. It featured a skeleton, organs, and realistic tissue density to accurately simulate a human torso.

What are the specifications for the 152mm Howitzer test?

The D-20 152mm Howitzer fired a 47-pound projectile at approximately 2500 feet per second, demonstrating immense destructive power.

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