577 Tyrannosaur vs Ballistic Gel !!! 🦖

Published on November 24, 2022
Duration: 11:46

This video tests the extreme .577 Tyrannosaur cartridge against 80 inches of ballistic gel. The rare A-Square rifle fires a 750-grain projectile at 2,460 fps, demonstrating immense penetration and energy transfer. All tested rounds, including a massive copper hollow point, completely penetrated the gel, with the final shot destroying the support table.

Quick Summary

The 577 Tyrannosaur cartridge is known for its extreme power, firing a 750-grain projectile at 2,460 feet per second. In tests against 80 inches of ballistic gel, all rounds completely penetrated, with the final hollow point shot even destroying the support table.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 01:07Introducing the 577 Tyrannosaur
  3. 01:34Rifle History & Rarity
  4. 02:08Caliber Comparison
  5. 04:39Ballistic Gel Setup
  6. 05:12Shot 1: 750gr Round Nose Solid
  7. 07:04Shot 2: 750gr Flat Nose Solid
  8. 08:38Shot 3: 705gr Copper Hollow Point

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 577 Tyrannosaur cartridge so powerful?

The 577 Tyrannosaur is powerful due to its large projectile weight, typically 750 grains, and high muzzle velocity of around 2,460 feet per second. This combination delivers immense kinetic energy and penetration capabilities.

How rare is the A-Square 577 Tyrannosaur rifle?

The A-Square 577 Tyrannosaur rifle is exceptionally rare. Only 24 were ever manufactured, with 12 produced for the African market and 12 for the United States market.

What happened when the 577 Tyrannosaur was fired into ballistic gel?

When fired into 80 inches of ballistic gel, all tested 577 Tyrannosaur rounds completely penetrated the medium. The final hollow point shot was so powerful it destroyed the support table holding the gel blocks.

What is the typical projectile weight and velocity for the 577 Tyrannosaur?

The 577 Tyrannosaur typically fires a heavy projectile weighing around 750 grains. Its muzzle velocity is approximately 2,460 feet per second, making it one of the most potent rifle cartridges.

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