.40 S&W & .45acp vs Heavy Door - TheFireArmGuy

Published on September 3, 2015
Duration: 4:49

This video details a ballistic test comparing the penetration capabilities of .40 S&W and .45 ACP rounds against a heavy commercial refrigerator door. TheFirearmGuy, an experienced content creator, demonstrates that neither .40 S&W (Federal 180gr) nor .45 ACP (Winchester 230gr FMJ or hollow points) could penetrate the door. However, a .45-70 Government round fired from a Magnum Research BFR successfully penetrated the door, confirming its superior power.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test by TheFirearmGuy, .40 S&W and .45 ACP rounds failed to penetrate a heavy commercial refrigerator door. However, a .45-70 Government round successfully penetrated the door, demonstrating its superior ballistic energy compared to handgun calibers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 01:12.40 S&W Ballistic Test
  3. 02:08.45 ACP Hollow Point Test
  4. 02:54.45 ACP Ball Ammo Test
  5. 03:42.45-70 Government Test
  6. 04:19Final Results Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

Can .40 S&W or .45 ACP penetrate a heavy commercial refrigerator door?

.40 S&W and .45 ACP rounds, including Federal 180gr and Winchester 230gr FMJ/hollow points, were tested against a Viking Professional commercial refrigerator door and failed to penetrate. This indicates the substantial barrier strength of such doors against common handgun calibers.

What caliber round successfully penetrated the heavy refrigerator door in the test?

The .45-70 Government caliber round, fired from a Magnum Research BFR revolver, was the only caliber tested that successfully achieved full penetration through the heavy commercial refrigerator door. This highlights the significant difference in ballistic energy between handgun and rifle cartridges.

Which ammunition types were used in the .45 ACP test against the refrigerator door?

In the .45 ACP test against the heavy refrigerator door, both hollow point ammunition and Winchester 230-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) rounds were utilized. Despite these different ammunition types, neither was able to penetrate the door.

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