4 BORE Rifle vs GIANT Crystal Ball (The Biggest Rifle Ever !!!)

Published on January 27, 2026
Duration: 19:36

This video features an expert firearms instructor from Kentucky Ballistics testing various calibers against a large crystal ball. The instructor demonstrates the escalating power of firearms, from .22 LR handguns up to a massive 4 Bore rifle, showcasing the destructive potential of extreme ballistic energy and heavy projectiles. The test provides a unique visual of how different calibers interact with dense materials.

Quick Summary

The 4 Bore rifle, weighing 20 lbs, fired a 2150-grain bullet delivering over 10,000 ft-lbs of muzzle energy and 200+ lbs of felt recoil, completely shattering a 10-inch crystal ball. This extreme test showcases the destructive power of massive projectiles and high ballistic energy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 02:23Target Introduction
  3. 04:42Handgun Caliber Testing
  4. 09:31Magnum Revolver Testing
  5. 12:0110 Gauge Shotgun Test
  6. 13:164 Bore Rifle Main Event
  7. 16:23Bonus Shot: .416 Rigby

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 4 Bore rifle's performance against a dense target?

The 4 Bore rifle, weighing 20 lbs, fired a 2150-grain bullet delivering over 10,000 ft-lbs of muzzle energy and 200+ lbs of felt recoil, completely shattering a 10-inch crystal ball.

How did smaller calibers perform against the crystal ball?

Handgun calibers from .22 LR up to .50 AE, including 9mm, .45 ACP, 10mm, and .44 Magnum, primarily caused surface fracturing or ricocheted off the dense crystal ball without significant penetration.

Which firearm caused the crystal ball to completely shatter?

The Marlin Super Goose 10 Gauge shotgun, firing a 1.75 oz slug, was the first to completely shatter the 10-inch diameter crystal ball into large fragments.

What was the most powerful round tested against the crystal ball?

The Christian Firearms 4 Bore rifle, with its 2150-grain projectile and over 10,000 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, delivered the most destructive impact, blowing out the back side of the crystal ball.

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