7.62x39 Incendiary In Ballistics Gel!

Published on September 5, 2018
Duration: 8:01

This video demonstrates the terminal ballistics of 7.62x39mm incendiary ammunition fired from an AK-47 pattern rifle into Clear Ballistics gel blocks. The presenter, new to incendiary rounds, observes significant thermal effects and expanded wound channels, noting variations in performance between two shots. The second shot exhibited a larger wound channel and stopped within the gel, while the first penetrated both blocks.

Quick Summary

7.62x39mm incendiary rounds create significant thermal effects and expanded wound channels in ballistic gel. They produce a hot flash upon impact, causing visible burning and charring of the gel, leading to more destructive penetration compared to standard rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to AK-47 Pattern Rifle and 7.62x39mm
  2. 00:43Understanding Incendiary Rounds
  3. 01:14Testing Incendiary Rounds in Ballistics Gel
  4. 01:53Ballistic Gel Setup and Preparation
  5. 02:41First Shot: 7.62x39 Incendiary Round
  6. 03:15Analysis of First Gel Block and Wound Channel
  7. 04:00Preparing for Second Shot
  8. 04:47Second Shot: 7.62x39 Incendiary Round
  9. 05:14Analysis of Second Gel Block and Wound Channel
  10. 06:53Examining the Recovered Bullet
  11. 07:33Conclusion and Future Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the effects of 7.62x39mm incendiary rounds in ballistic gel?

7.62x39mm incendiary rounds create significant thermal effects and expanded wound channels in ballistic gel. They produce a hot flash upon impact, causing visible burning and charring of the gel, leading to more destructive penetration compared to standard rounds.

How does an incendiary round work?

Incendiary rounds contain a pyrotechnic charge within the bullet. When the round impacts a target, this charge ignites, producing a hot flash or a miniature explosion that can cause burning and increased damage.

What is the typical performance of a 7.62x39mm incendiary round in ballistic gel?

Performance can vary. One shot showed a straight wound channel initially, then opened up significantly with burning effects. Another shot expanded more within the first gel block, creating a larger wound channel and stopping deeper inside the second block.

What happened to the bullet after being fired?

After being recovered from the ballistic gel, the 7.62x39mm incendiary bullet showed signs of expansion, with the copper jacket splitting open to reveal the lead core. It did not fragment but remained largely intact.

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