45/70 Gov VS a Bowling Pin

Published on August 8, 2018
Duration: 10:19

This video demonstrates the ballistic performance of a Marlin 1895 SBL chambered in .45-70 Government against a bowling pin. The test utilizes handloaded ammunition featuring a 350-grain Hornady soft nose bullet with 55 grains of H335 powder. The results show significant destruction of the bowling pin, with bullets often fragmenting or failing to fully penetrate, highlighting the .45-70's substantial energy transfer.

Quick Summary

The Marlin 1895 SBL in .45-70 Government was tested against a bowling pin using handloaded 350-grain Hornady soft nose bullets with 55 grains of H335 powder. The results showed significant energy transfer, with bullets often fragmenting and destroying the pin rather than achieving full penetration.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Marlin 1895 SBL .45-70
  2. 00:40Ammunition Details: Handloaded .45-70
  3. 01:18First Shot: Bowling Pin Impact
  4. 01:37Examining the Entrance Wound
  5. 02:38Second Shot: Penetration Test
  6. 03:32Third Shot: Impact Analysis
  7. 04:36Fourth Shot: Maximum Energy Transfer
  8. 05:11Dissection: Bullet Fragmentation
  9. 06:55Fifth Shot: Accelerating Destruction
  10. 07:30Sixth Shot: Penetration Achieved
  11. 08:35Analysis: Bullet Disintegration
  12. 09:14Final Shots & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle and caliber were used to shoot the bowling pin?

The video features a Marlin 1895 SBL rifle chambered in .45-70 Government. This powerful lever-action rifle was used to test its effect on a bowling pin.

What type of ammunition was used in the .45-70 Government rifle?

The ammunition used was handloaded, consisting of 350-grain Hornady soft nose bullets and 55 grains of H335 powder. This combination was chosen to test the rifle's destructive potential.

Did the .45-70 Government round penetrate the bowling pin?

In many instances, the .45-70 Government round did not achieve full penetration through the bowling pin. Instead, the bullets often fragmented, causing significant internal damage and destruction without exiting.

What was the observed effect of the .45-70 Government bullet on the bowling pin?

The .45-70 Government round caused substantial damage, often shattering the bowling pin or creating large cavities. The bullet itself tended to break apart, creating a wide-area effect rather than a clean hole.

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