Firing Microwaved Ammo, 9mm and .223/5.56

Published on January 11, 2014
Duration: 1:55

This video tests the functionality of 9mm and .223/5.56 ammunition after being microwaved. Despite significant cosmetic damage like dented casings and melted plastic residue, both calibers fired reliably through a handgun and an AR-15, respectively. The experiment demonstrates that ammunition can withstand extreme conditions and still function, though the creator advises against replicating the test.

Quick Summary

Microwaved 9mm and .223/5.56 ammunition surprisingly still fired reliably in a handgun and AR-15, respectively. Despite visible damage like dented casings and melted plastic, the rounds cycled without malfunctions, demonstrating unexpected resilience.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Microwaved Ammo Experiment
  2. 00:22Inspecting Damaged Rounds
  3. 01:12Testing Microwaved 9mm
  4. 01:26Testing Microwaved .223/5.56 & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can microwaved ammunition still fire?

Yes, in this experiment, both 9mm and .223/5.56 ammunition that had been microwaved still fired reliably. Despite visible damage like dented casings and melted plastic, the rounds cycled through a handgun and an AR-15 without malfunctions.

What kind of damage did the microwaved ammo sustain?

The microwaved ammunition showed significant physical damage, including dented casings and bullet jackets. Some rounds also had melted black plastic residue, likely from the magazines they were stored in during the microwave test.

Is it safe to fire microwaved ammunition?

While the tested ammunition fired, the creator strongly advises against attempting to microwave or fire such ammunition. Microwaving can cause unpredictable and dangerous results, and safety should always be the top priority when handling firearms and ammunition.

What firearms were used to test the microwaved ammo?

The microwaved 9mm ammunition was tested in a handgun, and the microwaved .223/5.56 ammunition was fired through an AR-15 rifle. Both firearms successfully cycled and fired all the damaged rounds.

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