4 BORE Rifle vs Ballistic Gel (The Biggest Rifle Ever !!!)

Published on July 10, 2023
Duration: 13:31

This video details a ballistic gel test of the massive 4 Bore rifle, described as the biggest rifle ever. Expert Scott from Kentucky Ballistics demonstrates the rifle's power, comparing its 2,150-grain projectile to common calibers like the .50 BMG. The test involves nearly 800 pounds of Clear Ballistics gel, showcasing the extreme wound channel and penetration capabilities of this rare large-bore firearm.

Quick Summary

The 4 Bore rifle, a massive falling block firearm weighing around 20 lbs, was tested against 76 inches of ballistic gel. It fired 2,150-grain projectiles, creating extreme wound channels and penetrating up to 50 inches, with one round passing completely through the gel setup.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the 4 Bore Rifle
  2. 01:09Ballistic Gel Setup and Partnership
  3. 02:324 Bore Rifle Technical Specifications
  4. 02:58Caliber Comparison
  5. 05:54First Test: 2,150 Grain Flat Point
  6. 08:28Second Test: 2,000 Grain Round Nose
  7. 11:38Conclusion and Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the Christian Firearms 4 Bore Rifle?

The Christian Firearms 4 Bore rifle is a single-shot, falling block action firearm. It features a 1-inch diameter barrel, weighs approximately 20 pounds, and generates over 200 pounds of felt recoil. Its caliber is the massive 4 Bore, approximately 1.0 inch in diameter.

How does the 4 Bore cartridge compare to other large calibers like the .50 BMG?

The 4 Bore cartridge is significantly larger than the .50 BMG. While a .50 BMG typically uses a 650-grain bullet, the 4 Bore tested here utilizes a 2,150-grain projectile, meaning four such bullets equal over a pound of lead.

What was the setup for the ballistic gel test?

The test used 42 blocks of 10% Clear Ballistics gel, totaling 76 inches in length and weighing nearly 800 pounds. This extensive setup was designed to ensure the massive 4 Bore projectile would be captured and its penetration measured accurately.

What were the penetration results for the 4 Bore rifle in ballistic gel?

In the first test, a 2,150-grain flat point 4 Bore bullet penetrated approximately 50 inches into the 76-inch gel block. A subsequent test with a 2,000-grain round nose bullet passed entirely through the 76 inches of gel.

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