How HARD Can A Gun PUNCH ???

Published on July 14, 2025
Duration: 16:48

This video tests the 'punch' force of various firearms by shooting them at a modified punching machine equipped with body armor and a steel plate. Smaller calibers like .22 LR and 9mm registered no score, while handguns up to 10mm scored a 1. The .500 Magnum scored 27, a 12-gauge slug scored 39, and the massive 4 Bore rifle achieved a score of 521, destroying the target frame. The experiment highlights that while bullets don't 'punch' like in movies, extreme calibers deliver immense force.

Quick Summary

The 'gun punch' test used a modified arcade machine with Level 3A body armor and a steel plate. The 4 Bore rifle scored 521, a 12-gauge slug scored 39, and the .500 Magnum scored 27. Smaller calibers like .22 LR and 9mm registered no score.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Punching Machine Setup
  2. 01:14Experiment Setup: Armor & Steel Plate
  3. 02:57Handgun Testing: .22 LR to 10mm Results
  4. 06:51Magnum Handgun Testing: .44 & .500 Magnum
  5. 09:41Shotgun & Rifle Testing: 12 Gauge vs .45-70
  6. 11:59The 4 Bore Finale: Extreme Caliber Test
  7. 13:34Conclusion: Real World vs Movie 'Punches'

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the setup used to measure the 'punch' force of firearms?

The setup involved a modified arcade punching machine. The standard punching bag was replaced with a frame holding two layers of Level 3A Premier Body Armor soft armor and a 1/8-inch mild steel plate to protect the machine's electronics while recording impact.

Which firearms registered the highest scores in the 'gun punch' test?

The 4 Bore rifle achieved the highest score of 521, followed by the 12-gauge slug with a score of 39, and the .500 Magnum handgun scoring 27. These represent the most powerful impacts in the test.

Did smaller caliber handguns register any score in the test?

No, smaller calibers like the .22 LR and 9mm failed to register any score on the punching machine. Handguns up to 10mm, including the .45 ACP and .357 Magnum, all scored a 1.

What was the purpose of the steel plate in the experiment?

The 1/8-inch mild steel plate was used as a backstop behind the body armor. Its primary purpose was to protect the sensitive electronics of the punching machine from any potential over-penetration or damage caused by the firearm impacts.

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