M16A1 VS Water Barrel

Published on December 1, 2020
Duration: 1:08

This video showcases the destructive power of an M16A1 rifle firing 5.56x45mm NATO rounds into a water-filled 55-gallon barrel. Hickok45 demonstrates multiple full-auto magazine dumps, illustrating how the rounds rapidly perforate the barrel, causing water to spray out. The demonstration highlights the effectiveness of the M16A1 in a destructive testing scenario.

Quick Summary

An M16A1 firing 5.56x45mm NATO rounds in full-auto can destroy a water-filled 55-gallon barrel. Multiple magazine dumps cause extensive perforation, and internal water pressure forces water out through the bullet holes, creating a dramatic spray effect.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: M16A1 & Water Barrel Target
  2. 00:11First Magazine Dump: Initial Impact
  3. 00:21Second Magazine Dump: Water Leakage Begins
  4. 00:31Third Magazine Dump: Barrel Perforation
  5. 00:41Fourth Magazine Dump: Continued Destruction
  6. 00:51Fifth Magazine Dump: Barrel Ridden with Holes
  7. 01:01Conclusion: Satisfied Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when an M16A1 fires into a water-filled barrel?

When an M16A1 fires multiple full-auto bursts into a water-filled 55-gallon barrel, the 5.56x45mm rounds rapidly perforate the metal. The internal water pressure then forces water out through the numerous bullet holes, causing the barrel to spray water extensively.

How many magazines does it take to destroy a water barrel with an M16A1?

In the video, Hickok45 uses five 20-round magazines, totaling 100 rounds, to significantly destroy a water-filled 55-gallon barrel. This demonstrates the cumulative effect of sustained fire on the target.

What caliber is used in the M16A1 water barrel test?

The M16A1 rifle used in the test fires 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition. This caliber is standard for the M16 family of rifles and is shown to be effective in breaching the water barrel.

What is the significance of the water barrel in this firearm test?

The water barrel serves as a visual target to demonstrate the destructive power and rate of fire of the M16A1 in full-auto. The water provides a dramatic visual effect as it sprays from the bullet holes, showcasing the impact of the rounds.

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