Can You Shoot off a Tire Boot WITHOUT Popping Your Tire???

Published on September 11, 2020
Duration: 12:53

This experiment tests the effectiveness of firearms in removing a vehicle tire boot. While a .45 ACP pistol successfully breached the boot's main bolt, subsequent attempts with an AK-47 not only destroyed the boot but also damaged the tire and radiator, rendering the vehicle inoperable. The conclusion is that while possible, shooting off a boot is highly likely to cause tire damage and further mechanical failure.

Quick Summary

The .45 ACP caliber, fired from an AR-style pistol, was most effective at breaching a tire boot by shearing its main bolt. However, attempts to shoot off a boot often result in collateral damage, including tire punctures and radiator damage, rendering the vehicle inoperable.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Can You Shoot Off a Tire Boot?
  2. 01:32Installing the Heavy-Duty Tire Boot
  3. 03:01.22 LR vs. Tire Boot Test
  4. 03:419mm Pistol Test for Boot Removal
  5. 05:5912-Gauge Shotgun with Incendiary Slugs
  6. 07:32.45 ACP Breaching the Boot Bolt
  7. 08:58AK-47 Final Destruction (Tire & Radiator Damage)
  8. 10:26Final Assessment: Boot Removed, Vehicle Dead

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearm caliber was most effective at breaching a tire boot?

The .45 ACP caliber, fired from an AR-style pistol, proved most effective. Sustained fire from this caliber was able to shear the main bolt of the heavy-duty tire boot, allowing for its removal.

Can you shoot off a tire boot without damaging the tire?

It is highly unlikely. While a .45 ACP could breach the boot, subsequent attempts with an AK-47 not only destroyed the boot but also punctured the tire and radiator, rendering the vehicle inoperable. Collateral damage is a significant risk.

What happened when testing smaller calibers like .22 LR and 9mm on a tire boot?

The .22 LR rounds caused only minor surface denting to the boot's metal, failing to compromise the bolts or hinges. The 9mm rounds penetrated the outer casing, but neither caliber had sufficient power to breach the boot's structural integrity.

What were the risks associated with using a 12-gauge shotgun on a tire boot?

Using a 12-gauge shotgun with incendiary slugs caused significant deformation to the boot. However, due to sight alignment issues, the shots missed the critical bolt, highlighting the difficulty and potential for missed targets.

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