338 Lapua AR vs FROZEN Hockey Pucks!!!

Published on December 22, 2022
Duration: 11:48

This video from DemolitionRanch features Matt Carriker testing the penetration capabilities of various calibers, including the powerful 338 Lapua Magnum, against frozen hockey pucks. The expert-level demonstration showcases a custom Sword International .338 Lapua AR rifle equipped with a Maven scope and Rex Silentium suppressor, highlighting the performance of high-end firearms and ammunition in an extreme environmental test.

Quick Summary

DemolitionRanch's Matt Carriker tested a Sword International .338 Lapua AR rifle against frozen hockey pucks. The .338 Lapua Magnum, with 250-grain Norma ammunition, penetrated about five pucks before tumbling. This test highlighted how environmental factors and barrier composition affect bullet performance, with most rifle rounds showing similar penetration limits due to instability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Challenge Setup
  2. 01:49Sword International .338 Lapua AR Overview
  3. 02:55Testing .22 LR and 9mm
  4. 04:41Testing 7.62x39 and .308 Win
  5. 09:09.338 Lapua Magnum Test and Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle was used to test the 338 Lapua Magnum rounds against frozen hockey pucks?

The primary rifle featured in the test was a Sword International AR-style rifle chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum. It was equipped with a Maven 5-30x scope and a Rex Silentium suppressor, provided by Armory Montana.

How many frozen hockey pucks did the 338 Lapua Magnum penetrate?

The .338 Lapua Magnum, using Norma Golden Target Match 250-grain ammunition, penetrated approximately five frozen hockey pucks before the bullet began to tumble and exit the side of the stack.

What other calibers were tested against the frozen hockey pucks?

The test also included smaller calibers like .22 LR and 9mm, which were stopped by the first pucks. Larger rifle calibers such as 7.62x39 and .308 Win were also tested, penetrating roughly five pucks before tumbling.

What was the main takeaway from the frozen hockey puck test?

The experiment suggested that approximately five frozen hockey pucks represent a consistent stopping limit for most tested rifle rounds due to bullet instability and tumbling after impact, regardless of caliber. Extreme environmental conditions can alter projectile behavior.

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