Armor Piercing 30-06 vs Ice

This video provides a detailed comparison between the .45-70 Government and .30-06 Springfield cartridges, focusing on their performance against mild steel plates at 50 yards. The expert analysis highlights historical context, technical specifications, and practical results, demonstrating that while the .45-70 exhibits greater energy, the .30-06 achieves superior penetration due to its higher velocity and sectional density. A crucial safety warning is issued regarding the dangers of shooting steel.

This video features a firearms enthusiast celebrating their last day before marriage by shooting two favorite rifles: an M1 Garand and a Marlin 1894. The M1 Garand is chambered in .30-06 Springfield, and the Marlin 1894 is shown to handle both .38 Special and .357 Magnum ammunition. The shooter demonstrates various stances including offhand, prone, and kneeling, highlighting the enjoyable experience of shooting these classic firearms.

This video compares the terminal ballistics of an AR-10 chambered in .308 Winchester against an M1 Garand firing .30-06 Springfield. The test involved shooting through a 2x4 and then impacting cans of cranberry sauce and cream of mushroom soup. The .308 Winchester from the AR-10 demonstrated significant penetration on the wood and completely destroyed the cranberry sauce can, while the .30-06 from the M1 Garand also penetrated the wood and significantly damaged the mushroom soup can.

This YouTube video showcases the Ruger American rifle in action, specifically chambered in 7mm-08 Remington. The content focuses on the firearm's performance during shooting activities, likely at a range. It highlights the rifle and its specific caliber, providing visual and potentially auditory data for enthusiasts interested in this particular model and ammunition.

This video presents a bracket-style tournament comparing various rifle calibers to determine which is 'king.' The hosts, John and Gary, discuss the pros and cons of each caliber, considering factors like availability, ballistics, recoil, and intended use. They engage in debates, consult chat polls, and ultimately decide which caliber advances in the double-elimination tournament, offering insights into the practical applications and performance of each round.

This expert-level guide synthesizes a two-gun match comparing the Soviet SVT-40 and the US M1 Garand, drawing on insights from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It details performance across various stages, highlighting differences in reloading, handling, and accuracy. The comparison emphasizes the M1 Garand's advantages in reliability and sights for service rifle applications, while acknowledging the SVT-40's merits.

This video details a catastrophic failure of a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG, resulting in severe injuries to the shooter, Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The incident highlights extreme pressure events and the critical importance of firearm safety and immediate medical response. Scott's resilience and commitment to educating viewers despite his injuries are evident.

This video details a comprehensive torture test of the Desert Eagle Mark XIX, conducted by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The firearm was subjected to extreme conditions including water submersion, snow burial, mud immersion, and sand burial. Despite some malfunctions in mud and sand, the Desert Eagle demonstrated notable resilience, functioning after water and snow exposure. The test highlights the firearm's robust construction and the importance of understanding its limitations under adverse conditions.

This video tests the myth of water being bulletproof by firing various firearms, from 9mm handguns to a .50 BMG rifle, into a water tank. Results show that even high-powered rounds like the .50 BMG are significantly slowed or stopped by water, failing to penetrate to the target. The tests demonstrate water's effectiveness in dissipating projectile energy.

This video features Scott from Kentucky Ballistics testing several of the world's largest caliber firearms against a realistic ballistic dummy torso. The expert demonstrates the destructive power of rounds like the .700 Nitro Express (1000 grain) and .600 Nitro Express (900 grain), showcasing detailed firearm engravings and unique actions like the Blaser R8 straight-pull bolt. The testing provides valuable insights into the performance of these extreme hunting calibers on simulated organic material.