I made EXPLODING .72 CAL Slugs… and they WORKED!

Published on February 14, 2026
Duration: 7:50

This video details the experimental creation and testing of custom exploding slugs for the AEA Zeus .72 cal MKII air rifle. The host, demonstrating high expertise in airgun modification and ballistics, fabricates these rounds by filling hollow-point slugs with a mixture derived from exploding pellets and sealing them. Subsequent tests against various targets, including a concrete brick and a fire extinguisher, showcase the slugs' significant explosive potential, though penetration capabilities vary.

Quick Summary

Custom exploding slugs for the AEA Zeus .72 cal MKII air rifle are fabricated by filling Lucky Seven .72 cal hollow-point slugs with a mixture from Edgun West exploding pellets and sealing them. Testing showed they could split concrete bricks but lacked full penetration on thick metal targets like fire extinguishers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Ammo Fabrication
  2. 00:30Zeroing and Initial Testing
  3. 03:32Exploding Slug vs. Concrete Brick
  4. 05:14Exploding Slug vs. Fire Extinguisher
  5. 06:30Match-Filled Slug vs. Deadbolt

Frequently Asked Questions

How are custom exploding slugs made for the AEA Zeus .72 cal MKII air rifle?

The host uses Lucky Seven .72 cal slugs, fills their hollow points with a mixture scraped from Edgun West .22 cal exploding pellets, and seals them with super glue for custom exploding ammunition projects.

What kind of air rifle was used to test the exploding slugs?

The tests were conducted using the AEA Zeus .72 cal MKII, a high-power, side-lever PCP air rifle known for its significant power output and suitability for experimental modifications.

What were the results of testing exploding slugs against a concrete brick?

When fired at a concrete brick, the custom exploding slug detonated on impact, creating a significant explosion that successfully split the brick in half.

Did the exploding slugs penetrate a fire extinguisher?

The exploding slug impacted the fire extinguisher with considerable force, creating a powder cloud, but it lodged in the thick metal bottom of the canister rather than fully penetrating it.

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