How Lethal Is A T-SHIRT CANNON ???

Published on May 18, 2026
Duration: 25:18

This video from Kentucky Ballistics tests the power and range of an Air Cannons LLC shirt cannon. The host, Scott, explores its capabilities by firing shirts at various pressures and then testing its impact on a ballistic dummy torso with different projectiles, including wet and frozen shirts, corn, potatoes, apples, and canned soup. The tests reveal significant blunt force trauma potential, especially with wet and frozen shirts, and demonstrate the cannon's ability to cause damage at close range.

Quick Summary

A powerful shirt cannon, like the Air Cannons LLC model tested, can shoot shirts hundreds of feet. At 150 PSI and close range, it can cause significant blunt force trauma, with wet or frozen shirts being particularly effective at causing injuries like broken ribs or facial damage.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Tests
  2. 01:20Shirt Cannon Overview & Range Testing
  3. 03:20Impact Testing: Dry Shirts
  4. 06:40Impact Testing: Wet Shirts
  5. 10:50Impact Testing: Frozen Shirts
  6. 14:00Impact Testing: Frozen Corn
  7. 17:00Impact Testing: Apple & Potato
  8. 19:50Impact Testing: Canned Goods & Bubbles
  9. 22:00Conclusion & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

How far can a powerful shirt cannon shoot?

A powerful shirt cannon, like the one tested from Air Cannons LLC, can shoot shirts significantly farther than standard models which typically reach around 300 feet. Higher pressures and aerodynamic shirts contribute to greater range.

What kind of damage can a shirt cannon cause?

At high pressures (150 PSI) and close range, a shirt cannon can cause significant blunt force trauma. Wet or frozen shirts are particularly effective, capable of shattering ribs or causing severe facial injuries to a ballistic dummy.

Is a shirt cannon dangerous?

Yes, a shirt cannon can be dangerous, especially at close range and high pressure. Impacts can cause severe bruising, broken ribs, and facial injuries. It's advised to maintain distance at events where they are used.

What is the most effective projectile for a shirt cannon?

Based on testing, wet and frozen shirts are the most effective projectiles for causing damage with a shirt cannon. Dense items like potatoes and frozen cans also demonstrated significant impact force.

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