What Does a Bullet Impact Sound Like?

Published on September 7, 2023
Duration: 8:17

This video demonstrates the distinct sound of bullet impacts on various targets when using a suppressed firearm. John Hickok of hickok45 showcases the effectiveness of suppressed shooting by isolating impact noises from gunfire. He tests a Mini Uzi with a Banish 45 suppressor, firing both semi-automatic and full-automatic rounds at targets set 230 yards away, providing visual evidence of damage and audio recordings of the impacts.

Quick Summary

John Hickok of hickok45 demonstrates the distinct sound of bullet impacts using a suppressed Mini Uzi with a Banish 45 suppressor at 230 yards. By isolating impact noises from gunfire, viewers can hear how bullets interact with various targets like watermelons and cinder blocks, showcasing the effects of both semi-automatic and full-automatic fire.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Bullet Impact Sound
  2. 00:23Test Setup and Objective
  3. 00:45Firearm and Ammunition Details
  4. 01:02Semi-Automatic Impact Sounds
  5. 03:23Post Semi-Auto Assessment
  6. 03:51Initial Target Damage Review
  7. 04:38Switching to Full-Auto
  8. 05:22Full-Automatic Impact Sounds
  9. 06:09Final Target Damage Review & Conclusion
  10. 07:05Sponsor Acknowledgments & Social Media

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary benefit of using a suppressor when testing bullet impact sounds?

Using a suppressor allows the distinct sound of the bullet hitting a target to be heard clearly, without the overwhelming noise of the muzzle blast, making it easier to isolate and analyze impact acoustics.

What type of firearm and ammunition was used in the bullet impact sound test?

The test utilized a Mini Uzi with a Banish 45 suppressor, firing 150-grain 9mm ammunition at targets located 230 yards away.

How did semi-automatic and full-automatic fire compare in terms of target engagement?

Full-automatic fire proved more effective in achieving multiple hits and causing significant destruction to targets compared to semi-automatic fire at the tested distance.

What kind of targets were used to demonstrate bullet impacts?

A variety of targets were used, including watermelons, cinder blocks, metal pots, plastic jugs, soda cans (Crush Orange, Mountain Dew), and bags of Great Value All-Purpose Flour.

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