My AK-47 Exploded ??? (When Guns Go Boom - EP 8)

Published on April 24, 2023
Duration: 11:32

This video from Kentucky Ballistics tests an AK-47 platform to its limits, specifically a Century Arms C39V2, by firing a custom high-pressure round exceeding 200,000 PSI. The test, conducted remotely with safety measures, resulted in a catastrophic failure where the receiver bulged and the dust cover blew off. Analysis showed a destroyed receiver and cracked bolt, but the AK-47 platform demonstrated a relatively safe failure mode for the shooter. The video also briefly mentions a sponsor for digital security.

Quick Summary

Kentucky Ballistics tested an AK-47 (Century Arms C39V2) to failure using a custom high-pressure 7.62x39mm round exceeding 200,000 PSI. The firearm experienced a catastrophic failure, blowing off the dust cover and bulging the receiver, though the platform contained the blast relatively safely for the user.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 00:42Episode Introduction: AK-47 Failure Test
  3. 01:35Sponsor Segment: Aura Digital Security
  4. 03:07Performance Testing: Mag Dump
  5. 05:01Failure Test Setup: C39V2 & Dummy
  6. 06:17The Explosion: High-Pressure Round Test
  7. 07:25Damage Analysis: Receiver & Bolt
  8. 09:40Conclusion & Next Test Suggestion

Frequently Asked Questions

What caused the AK-47 to explode in the Kentucky Ballistics video?

The AK-47, a Century Arms C39V2, exploded due to being fired with a custom high-pressure 7.62x39mm round designed to generate over 200,000 PSI, far exceeding standard operating pressures.

What were the results of the AK-47 catastrophic failure test?

The test resulted in a catastrophic failure where the receiver bulged significantly and the dust cover was ejected. Post-test analysis revealed a destroyed receiver and a cracked bolt.

How safe was the AK-47 failure for the shooter?

Despite the violent failure, the AK-47 platform's design contained the blast relatively safely for the shooter, with the primary damage localized to the firearm itself. A ballistic dummy sustained minor damage.

What specific AK-47 model was tested to failure?

The AK-47 model tested to failure in this episode was a Century Arms C39V2, chambered in 7.62x39mm.

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