22lr Vs Car

Published on April 1, 2018
Duration: 5:17

This video from 704 Tactical features an experienced firearms enthusiast testing the .22LR round's penetration capabilities against a Chrysler sedan. The expert demonstrates that standard car doors offer minimal protection against .22LR, with rounds easily penetrating when fired perpendicularly. However, angled shots and windshield penetration show increased deflection and potential stopping power. The host concludes that vehicles offer poor cover, with only specific areas like the engine block or wheel wells providing reliable protection.

Quick Summary

Testing reveals that .22LR rounds easily penetrate standard car doors when fired perpendicularly, offering little ballistic cover. However, angled shots can stop penetration. While .22LR penetrates windshields, it causes significant deflection. Reliable cover on a vehicle is limited to the engine block, wheel wells, or steep angles.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 01:06Perpendicular Door Test Results
  3. 01:46Angled Door Test
  4. 03:05Windshield Penetration and Deflection
  5. 04:31Conclusion on Car Cover

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a .22LR round penetrate a car door?

Yes, a .22LR round can penetrate a standard car door, especially when fired perpendicularly. Tests show that most rounds fired from 15 yards successfully passed through the door panel.

Does shooting a car door at an angle stop .22LR rounds?

Firing .22LR rounds at an angle increases the amount of material the bullet must travel through, and in this test, it successfully stopped the rounds, preventing penetration of the interior panel.

What parts of a car offer reliable ballistic cover?

According to the test, the most reliable areas for ballistic cover on a vehicle are the engine block, wheel wells/axles, or using the car's body at a very steep angle. Standard doors and glass offer poor protection.

What happens when a .22LR round hits a car windshield?

A .22LR round will penetrate a car windshield, but it experiences significant deflection. Shots aimed at a target behind the windshield can deflect unpredictably upwards or downwards depending on the angle and distance.

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