150 Pound Slam Ball vs a 50 Cal Sniper Rifle

Published on April 12, 2025
Duration: 1:43

This guide details a DIY ballistic test conducted by the Yee Yee Life channel, evaluating the stopping power of a 150-pound slam ball against various firearm calibers. The experiment, performed by a firearms enthusiast, demonstrates the slam ball's surprising ability to stop rounds from 9mm up to .50 BMG API, with Flex Tape used for repairs between tests. It highlights practical application of ballistic resistance testing in an experimental context.

Quick Summary

A 150lb slam ball was subjected to ballistic testing against multiple firearm calibers, including 9mm, .44 Magnum, 5.56 NATO, 12 Gauge Slug, and notably, .50 BMG rounds from a sniper rifle. The slam ball, patched with Flex Tape between tests, successfully stopped all tested rounds, demonstrating significant projectile resistance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & 9mm Test
  2. 00:22.44 Magnum & 5.56 Tests
  3. 00:4512 Gauge Slug Test
  4. 01:05.50 Caliber Tests

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a 150lb slam ball stop a .50 caliber sniper rifle round?

Yes, in a test by Yee Yee Life, a 150lb slam ball successfully stopped both a standard .50 BMG round and a .50 BMG Armor Piercing Incendiary (Silver Tip) round fired from a sniper rifle.

What calibers were tested against the 150lb slam ball?

The 150lb slam ball was tested against 9mm, .44 Magnum, 5.56 NATO Green Tip, 12 Gauge Slug, and .50 BMG rounds, including a .50 BMG Armor Piercing Incendiary (Silver Tip) variant.

How was the slam ball repaired during the ballistic tests?

During the tests, bullet holes in the 150lb slam ball were patched using Flex Tape, a heavy-duty adhesive tape, to maintain its integrity for subsequent caliber tests.

What filler material was inside the 150lb slam ball?

The 150lb slam ball was filled with fine sand or powder, referred to as 'moon dust' in the video, which was observed escaping from impact holes.

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