Bowling Ball Cannon inside of a Car?

Published on June 13, 2019
Duration: 18:59

This video showcases an extreme experiment firing a bowling ball from an improvised cannon inside a Chrysler PT Cruiser. After initial failed attempts due to timing, the third shot successfully impacted another PT Cruiser. The most dramatic test involved firing the cannon from the car's interior, completely blowing the door off its hinges.

Quick Summary

A 15lb bowling ball, propelled by black powder from an improvised cannon, was fired inside a Chrysler PT Cruiser. The extreme force completely detached the car door from its hinges, sending it flying 40 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Bowling Ball Cannon in a Car?
  2. 02:20Car Prep: Removing the Rear Door
  3. 03:15Loading the Cannon: Black Powder & Bowling Ball
  4. 04:12Firing Attempts 1 & 2: Misses
  5. 06:31Successful Impact on Target Car
  6. 08:10New Test: Cannon Inside the Car
  7. 12:52Final Shot: Door Blown Off!
  8. 13:50Damage Inspection & Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What was fired from the cannon inside the car?

A 15lb bowling ball was fired from an improvised cannon loaded with black powder. The experiment aimed to test the destructive force generated by such a projectile launched from within a vehicle.

What happened when the bowling ball cannon was fired inside the PT Cruiser?

When fired from inside the vehicle, the force of the blast and the 15lb bowling ball completely blew the car door off its hinges, sending it approximately 40 yards into a field.

How was the Chrysler PT Cruiser modified for the experiment?

For the initial firing attempts, the red Chrysler PT Cruiser had its rear door removed. This modification was done to allow the cannon to fire more easily without prematurely breaking the glass.

What were the results of the bowling ball cannon test?

The experiment resulted in significant damage. The bowling ball successfully impacted a target car on the third attempt, and when fired from inside a PT Cruiser, it completely detached the car's door.

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