Can a Water Heater Stop a 50 Cal Sniper Rifle?
This experiment tests the ballistic resistance of a water heater filled with water against various calibers, from .22 LR up to .50 BMG. While smaller calibers like .22 LR, 9mm, .44 Magnum, .50 AE, .223 Rem, and .308 Win were effectively stopped by the water, the powerful .50 BMG round easily penetrated the tank and destroyed the target behind it. The video highlights the significant difference in stopping power between common handgun/rifle rounds and extreme high-caliber sniper rounds.









