700 NITRO vs LEGOS !!! (World’s Biggest Elephant Gun)

Published on September 1, 2022
Duration: 13:04

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features an expert-level demonstration of stopping power, testing large-caliber elephant guns (.375 H&H Magnum, .470 Nitro Express, .416 Rigby, .500 Nitro Express, and .700 Nitro Express) against stacked Lego base plates and a massive Lego block. The instructor, Scott, showcases safe firearm handling and deep knowledge of specialized ammunition, concluding that a Ford F-350 truck causes more visible damage to the Lego block than these powerful firearms.

Quick Summary

Expert Scott from Kentucky Ballistics tests the stopping power of elephant guns like the .700 Nitro Express against Legos. While powerful, the .700 Nitro Express 1000 grain FMJ round penetrated a giant Lego block with less visible fragmentation than a Ford F-350 truck, which caused more apparent damage.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 01:07Introduction and Sale Announcement
  3. 01:45Experiment Overview
  4. 03:32.375 H&H Magnum Test
  5. 05:23.470 Nitro Express Test
  6. 06:25.416 Rigby Test
  7. 07:28.500 Nitro Express Test
  8. 08:53.700 Nitro Express Test
  9. 11:02Ford F-350 vs Legos

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the stopping power of a .700 Nitro Express round against Legos?

In a test by Kentucky Ballistics, a .700 Nitro Express 1000 grain FMJ round was fired at a giant block of 3,000 Legos. The round penetrated completely, but the visible fragmentation of the Legos was less dramatic than expected, with a Ford F-350 truck causing more apparent damage.

How does the .375 H&H Magnum perform against barriers?

The .375 H&H Magnum, tested with a 350 grain Barnes TSX bullet, demonstrated significant penetration by easily passing through stacked Lego base plates and a cinder block, showcasing its substantial power for hunting applications.

What is the cost of .700 Nitro Express ammunition?

According to the video, .700 Nitro Express ammunition is priced at approximately $100 per round. This makes it one of the most expensive and powerful rifle cartridges available, typically reserved for the most dangerous game.

Which firearm caliber caused the most visible damage to the Lego block?

Surprisingly, the video concludes that a Ford F-350 truck caused more visible damage and disruption to the giant Lego block than any of the elephant guns tested, including the .700 Nitro Express. This highlights differences in impact mechanics.

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