I Shot An Amputee's Leg, I am Impressed!

Published on August 22, 2023
Duration: 16:01

This video from Demolition Ranch features Matt Carriker and guest Crispy, a veteran amputee, testing the ballistic resistance of carbon fiber prosthetic legs against various firearm calibers. The tests demonstrate how different rounds, from .22 LR to 12 Gauge slugs, penetrate varying layers of the prosthetic material, offering a unique look at projectile energy transfer and material durability. The channel's high-energy, experimental approach is evident throughout.

Quick Summary

Demolition Ranch tested carbon fiber prosthetic legs against various firearm calibers. A single layer stopped .22 LR, while 9mm and .45 ACP required about two layers. The 5.56x45mm round penetrated seven layers, and a 12 Gauge slug penetrated nine layers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Testing Prosthetics
  2. 01:15Prosthetic Material Specs
  3. 02:57Introducing the Yeet Cannon (9mm)
  4. 04:12Testing: .22 LR vs Carbon Fiber
  5. 05:06Testing: 9mm vs Single Layer
  6. 07:43Testing: 9mm vs Multi-Layer
  7. 10:06Testing: .45 ACP vs Carbon Fiber
  8. 11:19Testing: 5.56mm vs Carbon Fiber
  9. 12:12Testing: 12 Gauge Slug vs Carbon Fiber

Frequently Asked Questions

What material were the prosthetic legs made of in the Demolition Ranch video?

The prosthetic legs tested in the Demolition Ranch video were made of carbon fiber. This material's durability was put to the test against various firearm calibers to see how many layers it would take to stop different projectiles.

Which firearm calibers were tested against the carbon fiber prosthetics?

The video tested several calibers, including .22 LR, 9mm, .45 ACP, 5.56x45mm rifle rounds, and a 12 Gauge shotgun slug. Each caliber was used to determine its penetration capability through multiple layers of the carbon fiber material.

How many layers of carbon fiber did it take to stop a 9mm round?

It took approximately two layers of the carbon fiber prosthetic material to successfully stop a 9mm round. A single layer was insufficient, allowing the projectile to pass through.

Did the 5.56mm rifle round penetrate the carbon fiber prosthetics?

Yes, the 5.56x45mm rifle round demonstrated significant power, penetrating seven layers of the carbon fiber prosthetic material before being stopped. This highlights the difference in energy compared to handgun rounds.

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