How Many Bricks Does it Take to Stop a Bullet?

Published on February 13, 2026
Duration: 1:34

This video demonstrates a ballistic experiment testing the penetration capabilities of various firearm calibers against a stack of bricks. The host, an enthusiast content creator, shows how rounds from .22 LR up to .50 BMG interact with the brick barrier, providing a visual comparison of stopping power. The experiment highlights significant differences in penetration based on caliber and bullet type.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test, various bullet calibers were fired at stacks of bricks. The .22 LR bounced off, 9mm broke one brick, and .45 ACP split one and stopped at the second. Higher calibers like 5.56, 12 Gauge, .308, and .50 BMG penetrated multiple bricks, with the .50 BMG destroying eight.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Bullet vs Bricks Experiment
  2. 00:09Handgun Caliber Test: .22 LR, 9mm, .45 ACP
  3. 00:32High-Power Test: .50 AE, 5.56, 12 Gauge, .308
  4. 01:16.50 BMG Test: The Ultimate Brick Breaker

Frequently Asked Questions

What handgun calibers were tested against bricks?

The video tested .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP handgun rounds against bricks. The .22 LR bounced off, the 9mm broke the first brick, and the .45 ACP split the first brick and stopped at the second.

How many bricks did a .50 BMG round penetrate?

The powerful .50 BMG round was tested against eight bricks. It managed to destroy all eight bricks but was ultimately stopped before reaching the target dummy behind them.

Which rifle caliber penetrated the most bricks in the test?

Among the rifle calibers tested, the .308 Win penetrated four bricks. The 5.56 Green Tip penetrated two bricks, while the 12 Gauge Slug penetrated three bricks.

What was the outcome of the .50 AE Desert Eagle test?

The .50 AE caliber, fired from a Desert Eagle pistol, was powerful enough to completely destroy the first brick in the test setup.

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