Is Kinetic Sand Bulletproof? Some Weird Stuff....

Published on April 5, 2021
Duration: 14:50

This video from Demolition Ranch, hosted by Matt Carriker, tests the bullet-stopping capabilities of kinetic sand against various calibers. Carriker demonstrates that kinetic sand, even in moderate quantities, can effectively stop rounds from .22 LR up to .50 BMG, with surprising results for incendiary rounds. The expert-level demonstration highlights the material's unique properties under ballistic stress.

Quick Summary

Kinetic sand can stop bullets, as demonstrated by Demolition Ranch. Tests showed it halting rounds from .22 LR up to .50 BMG, with projectiles deforming or fragmenting upon impact. The amount of sand needed increases with caliber, but its energy-absorbing properties are highly effective.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Robotic Vacuum Skit Intro
  2. 02:30Kinetic Sand Test Introduction
  3. 04:01.22 LR Kinetic Sand Test
  4. 04:39.357 Magnum Kinetic Sand Test
  5. 05:3710mm Carbine Kinetic Sand Test
  6. 06:59.50 Beowulf Kinetic Sand Test
  7. 09:05.308 Rifle Kinetic Sand Test
  8. 10:10.50 BMG Test Setup
  9. 11:13.50 BMG Incendiary Test Results

Frequently Asked Questions

Can kinetic sand stop bullets?

Yes, kinetic sand demonstrates a significant ability to stop bullets. In tests by Demolition Ranch, it successfully halted rounds from .22 LR, .357 Magnum, 10mm, .50 Beowulf, .308, and even a .50 BMG incendiary round, often deforming or fragmenting the projectile.

How much kinetic sand is needed to stop a bullet?

The amount of kinetic sand required varies by caliber. A single 11 lb bin stopped a .22 LR, while larger calibers like .50 BMG required a substantial mound. The material's unique properties allow it to absorb and dissipate energy effectively.

What firearms were used to test kinetic sand's bulletproof qualities?

The tests involved a Kel-Tec CP33 (.22 LR), a Desert Eagle (.357 Magnum), a Hi-Point 10mm Carbine, an AR-style rifle (.50 Beowulf), an F-1 Firearms rifle (.308), and a Barrett M82 (.50 BMG).

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