5 Gallon Water Jug vs. Different Guns

Published on October 15, 2024
Duration: 0:57

This video demonstrates the penetration capabilities of various firearms and ammunition types through a 5-gallon water jug. It highlights how different calibers and projectile types interact with water as a barrier, showing varying degrees of penetration and hydrostatic effects. The experiment provides a visual comparison of terminal ballistics against a common, albeit unconventional, medium.

Quick Summary

A 5-gallon water jug's ability to stop bullets varies significantly by caliber. While a .22 LR might be stopped by the water, causing the cap to pop, larger calibers like 9mm, .45 ACP, and .223 will penetrate completely. A 12-gauge slug obliterates the jug, demonstrating extreme destructive power.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and .22 Caliber Test
  2. 00:09.22 Caliber Results
  3. 00:159mm Hollow Point Test
  4. 00:26.45 ACP Hollow Point Test
  5. 00:40.223 AR-15 Test
  6. 00:51Shotgun Slug Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a 5-gallon water jug react to different bullet calibers?

A 5-gallon water jug can stop smaller calibers like .22 LR, causing the cap to pop off. Larger calibers like 9mm and .45 ACP penetrate completely, with .45 ACP causing significant cracking. Rifle rounds like .223 pass through easily, and a 12-gauge slug obliterates the jug.

What is the effect of hydrostatic pressure on a water jug when shot?

When bullets penetrate a water-filled jug, the rapid displacement of water creates significant hydrostatic pressure. This pressure can dislodge the cap, as seen with the .22 LR, or cause extensive cracking and structural failure of the jug, as observed with the .45 ACP and shotgun slug.

Which ammunition types showed the most destructive power against a water jug?

The 12-gauge shotgun slug demonstrated the most destructive power, completely destroying the water jug in an explosive event. The .223 rifle round also showed significant destructive capability with a large exit hole and damage.

Can a water jug effectively stop rifle rounds like .223?

No, a standard 5-gallon water jug filled with water is not an effective barrier against .223 rifle rounds. The video shows the .223 round passing through easily, leaving a large exit hole and considerable damage to the jug.

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