The Arrow Gun (More Powerful Than ANY Crossbow!!!)

Published on December 4, 2023
Duration: 18:25

This guide details the modification and testing of a Ruger 10/22 into an arrow gun, as demonstrated by Kentucky Ballistics. The process involves using .22 caliber blanks to propel arrows, with extensive testing against water jugs, ballistic gel, car doors, and body armor to assess its power and penetration capabilities. The video highlights the significant velocity and terminal performance achieved by this unique firearm conversion.

Quick Summary

The Ruger 10/22 Arrow Gun is a modified rifle that uses .22 caliber blanks to propel arrows at high speeds. During testing, it achieved 402 FPS with a 100-grain broadhead, demonstrating significant penetration capabilities through water jugs, car doors, and even .44 Magnum rated body armor.

Chapters

  1. 01:17Introduction to the Arrow Gun
  2. 01:59Initial Testing
  3. 03:19Water Jug Penetration
  4. 06:07Velocity and Ballistic Gel
  5. 08:42Car Door Test
  6. 10:20Body Armor Test
  7. 13:15Zombie Head Ballistics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ruger 10/22 Arrow Gun and how does it work?

The Ruger 10/22 Arrow Gun is a modified Ruger 10/22 rifle designed to launch arrows. It uses .22 caliber blank cartridges to generate gas pressure, which is channeled through a gas tube system to propel a hollow-shaft arrow from the barrel.

What velocity was achieved with the Ruger 10/22 Arrow Gun?

During testing, the Ruger 10/22 Arrow Gun achieved a velocity of 402 feet per second (FPS) when firing a 100-grain broadhead arrow. This demonstrates significant power for a .22 blank propelled projectile.

How effective is the Ruger 10/22 Arrow Gun against different targets?

The arrow gun showed impressive penetration, passing through multiple 5-gallon water jugs, a steel car door, and a soft body armor panel rated for .44 Magnum. It also demonstrated deep penetration in ballistic gel.

What are the key components of the Ruger 10/22 Arrow Gun system?

The system utilizes a Ruger 10/22 rifle as the base, modified with a gas tube system to harness the energy from .22 caliber blanks. It fires specialized hollow-shaft arrows, often tipped with broadheads for testing terminal ballistics.

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