12 inch Soda Can Launcher

Published on February 12, 2026
Duration: 1:40

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the impact of a 12-inch soda can launcher, using a Mountain Dew can and ballistic gelatin, to simulate effects on human tissue. The launcher demonstrates significant energy, recoiling harder than a 12-gauge shotgun. While blanks lack pressure for cycling, the projectile's impact is substantial, sending a ballistic dummy head flying and causing a tear in the eye socket.

Quick Summary

The 12-inch soda can launcher, tested with a Mountain Dew can and ballistic gelatin, generates recoil harder than a 12-gauge shotgun. A direct hit sent a ballistic dummy head 40 feet, causing a tear in the eye socket, highlighting its significant impact.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of the Soda Can Launcher
  2. 00:21Demonstrating the Launcher's Power
  3. 00:39Testing the Ballistic Dummy Head
  4. 00:53Experiment Results and Can Damage
  5. 01:26Conclusion and Safety Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recoil of the 12-inch soda can launcher compared to other firearms?

The presenter states that the 12-inch soda can launcher recoils harder than a 12-gauge shotgun. This indicates a significant energy transfer during the launch.

What were the results of the ballistic gelatin test with the soda can launcher?

In the test, a direct hit from the soda can projectile sent a ballistic dummy head approximately 40 feet. The impact caused a tear in the eye socket of the head.

Can blank ammunition cycle a firearm?

No, blank ammunition does not have enough pressure to cycle the action of most firearms. They are designed to produce sound and muzzle flash, not to propel a projectile with enough force for cycling.

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