Could a 150 Pound Slam Ball Stop a 50 Cal Sniper Rifle?

Published on April 11, 2025
Duration: 11:28

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a 150-pound slam ball against various firearms, culminating in .50 BMG rounds. The slam ball successfully stopped all tested calibers, including standard and Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) .50 BMG rounds, demonstrating surprising durability. Projectiles were recovered from the ball's sand-like filling, showing significant deformation.

Quick Summary

A 150-pound slam ball was tested against numerous firearms, including .50 BMG sniper rifle rounds (standard and API). The slam ball successfully stopped all tested calibers, demonstrating significant ballistic resistance by absorbing the energy of the projectiles.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Slam Ball vs .50 Cal Sniper Rifle
  2. 01:28Small Caliber Testing (.22 LR to 9mm)
  3. 02:57Handgun & Rifle Testing (.45 ACP to 12 Gauge)
  4. 07:36High-Power Rifle Test (.30-06)
  5. 08:22.50 BMG Main Event: Standard & API Rounds
  6. 10:12Post-Test Analysis & Projectile Recovery

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a 150-pound slam ball stop a .50 caliber sniper rifle?

Yes, in this test, a 150-pound slam ball successfully stopped both a standard .50 BMG round and an Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) .50 BMG round fired from a sniper rifle.

What calibers were tested against the slam ball?

The test included .22 LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .45 ACP, 10mm, .44 Magnum, 5.56mm Green Tip, .450 Bushmaster, 12 Gauge slugs, .30-06, and .50 BMG (standard and API).

What is the slam ball filled with?

The 150-pound slam ball is filled with a fine, dark sand-like substance, which the presenter refers to as 'moon dust'.

Were the projectiles recovered after testing?

Yes, the presenter cut open the slam ball after the tests and recovered the projectiles, showing they were deformed and embedded deep within the filling.

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