Can Orbeez stop a Desert Eagle?

Published on December 23, 2021
Duration: 8:24

This video tests the stopping power of Orbeez against various handgun calibers, culminating with a .50 AE Desert Eagle. While Orbeez and a wooden backing stopped .22 LR and 9mm rounds, the powerful .50 AE round easily penetrated both the Orbeez and the jug, demonstrating its significant energy.

Quick Summary

Orbeez were tested against .22 LR, 9mm, and .50 AE rounds. While Orbeez and a wooden backing stopped the .22 LR and 9mm bullets, the powerful .50 AE Desert Eagle round easily penetrated the Orbeez and the jug, demonstrating its superior energy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Orbeez Ballistics Experiment
  2. 01:42.22 Caliber Test: Smith & Wesson Victory
  3. 03:119mm Caliber Test: Glock 19X
  4. 04:18Analyzing 9mm Results
  5. 06:17.50 AE Desert Eagle Test

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Orbeez stop a 9mm bullet?

In this test, Orbeez combined with a wooden backing inside a jug were able to stop 9mm bullets. The bullets were significantly deformed, showing that the Orbeez absorbed a considerable amount of energy before the wood completed the stop.

What caliber is the Desert Eagle used in the video?

The Desert Eagle featured in the video is chambered in .50 Action Express (.50 AE). This is a very powerful handgun caliber known for its significant recoil and stopping power.

Did the Orbeez stop the .50 AE Desert Eagle round?

No, the .50 AE round fired from the Desert Eagle easily penetrated the Orbeez and the plastic jug it was contained in, exiting the other side. The power of the .50 AE cartridge overwhelmed the Orbeez barrier.

What is the purpose of the Orbeez in this firearm test?

The Orbeez are used as a medium to test bullet penetration and energy absorption. The experiment aims to see how effectively these water-absorbent beads can stop or slow down projectiles from different firearm calibers.

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