I Bought 150lbs of Silly Puddy and it ACTUALLY Kinda Works....

Published on April 8, 2021
Duration: 12:51

This video from Demolition Ranch explores the surprising bullet-stopping capabilities of Silly Putty. Host Matt Carriker tests various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG, against a 150lb mass of the material. The results demonstrate that Silly Putty, due to its non-Newtonian properties, can effectively stop many common firearm rounds, though higher-powered rounds like the .50 BMG can penetrate.

Quick Summary

Silly Putty can surprisingly stop many common firearm rounds due to its non-Newtonian properties, absorbing and dissipating energy. A 150lb mass successfully stopped 9mm, .357 Magnum, 5.7x28mm, and 5.56mm rounds in tests by Demolition Ranch.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Propane Bird Cannon Introduction
  2. 02:02Silly Putty Ballistic Test Introduction
  3. 02:51Testing 10 Pounds of Silly Putty
  4. 04:45The 150 Pound Silly Putty Challenge
  5. 05:219mm and .357 Magnum Tests
  6. 06:465.7x28mm and 5.56mm Rifle Tests
  7. 08:487.62x39mm AK-47 Performance
  8. 10:40The Final Test: .50 BMG
  9. 11:09Post-Shot Damage Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Silly Putty stop bullets?

Yes, Silly Putty can surprisingly stop many common firearm rounds, especially when used in large quantities. A 150lb mass effectively stopped 9mm, .357 Magnum, 5.7x28mm, and 5.56mm rounds in tests by Demolition Ranch.

What makes Silly Putty effective at stopping bullets?

Silly Putty's effectiveness stems from its non-Newtonian properties. It behaves like a solid under rapid impact, absorbing and dissipating the bullet's energy, while also being viscous enough to deform and trap the projectile.

What calibers did Demolition Ranch test against Silly Putty?

Demolition Ranch tested various calibers against Silly Putty, including .22 LR, 9mm, .357 Magnum, 5.7x28mm, 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm, and .50 BMG. The larger and higher-velocity rounds showed greater penetration.

Is Silly Putty a viable alternative to ballistic gel?

For demonstrating bullet stopping power in an entertaining way, Silly Putty can be effective. However, for standardized ballistic testing and precise measurement of penetration and expansion, ballistic gel remains the industry standard.

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