Could You Defeat A GRIZZLY BEAR ???

Published on March 4, 2024
Duration: 19:12

This video tests various firearms and calibers against a ballistic grizzly bear head to determine effective defense options. Non-lethal deterrents and wildlife control rounds proved ineffective. Powerful handgun calibers like 10mm, .44 Magnum, .454 Casull, .460 Magnum, and .500 Magnum, especially with hard-cast bullets, demonstrated significant penetration and stopping power, with shot placement being crucial for the most potent rounds.

Quick Summary

The ballistic test suggests that large handgun calibers like 10mm, .44 Magnum, .454 Casull, .460 Magnum, and .500 Magnum, particularly with hard-cast bullets, are most effective for grizzly bear defense due to their penetration and energy transfer.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Bear Defense Challenge
  2. 01:41Ineffective Deterrents & Ammo
  3. 03:2210mm & .44 Magnum Tests
  4. 06:10.454 Casull & 12 Gauge Slug Test
  5. 10:13.45-70 Govt & .460 Magnum Tests
  6. 13:15.500 Magnum & .500 Bushwhacker Power

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers are most effective for grizzly bear defense based on the ballistic test?

The test indicates that larger handgun calibers like 10mm, .44 Magnum, .454 Casull, .460 Magnum, and .500 Magnum, especially when using hard-cast bullets, are most effective for grizzly bear defense due to their penetration and energy transfer capabilities.

Were non-lethal bear deterrents effective in the ballistic test?

No, non-lethal deterrents such as making noise, playing dead, and even a miniature bear spray were shown to be ineffective against the simulated determined grizzly bear in this test.

How did wildlife control ammunition perform against the ballistic bear head?

12 gauge rubber slugs and double ball rounds designed for wildlife control bounced off the ballistic bear's face, suggesting they would likely only annoy a real grizzly rather than stop it effectively.

What is the importance of bullet type in bear defense calibers?

The test highlights the importance of bullet construction. Hard-cast bullets in calibers like 10mm, .44 Magnum, and .500 Magnum demonstrated superior penetration through the ballistic skull compared to jacketed hollow points (JHP) or soft points.

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