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Published on June 20, 2022
Duration: 6:58

Edwin Sarkissian, a high-profile firearms content creator, experimentally tests the ballistic resistance of a 7075 aluminum plate against various firearms. He demonstrates a custom 6-barrel Gatling rig with Gilboa Snake AR-15s firing 5.56x45mm NATO, an H&K MP7 in 4.6x30mm, and a full-auto converted .45 ACP 1911. The tests reveal the aluminum's significant resistance, with none of the calibers achieving full penetration, though deep craters were formed.

Quick Summary

High-profile firearms content creator Edwin Sarkissian tested the ballistic resistance of a 7075 aluminum plate against a custom Gilboa Snake Gatling AR-15 (5.56mm), an H&K MP7 (4.6x30mm), and a full-auto .45 ACP 1911. None of the firearms penetrated the plate, though the 5.56mm rounds created deep craters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to 7075 Aluminum and Custom Gatling AR-15
  2. 01:35Mechanical Overview of the Gatling Rig
  3. 02:33Firing the Gatling AR-15 at the Aluminum Plate
  4. 03:27Testing the H&K MP7
  5. 05:19Full-Auto 1911 Test and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were tested against the 7075 aluminum plate?

The test featured a custom 6-barrel Gatling rig with Gilboa Snake AR-15s firing 5.56x45mm NATO, an H&K MP7 chambered in 4.6x30mm, and a full-auto converted 1911 in .45 ACP.

Did any of the tested firearms penetrate the 7075 aluminum plate?

No, none of the firearms tested achieved full penetration of the 7075 aluminum plate. However, the 5.56mm rounds from the Gatling rig left deep craters, while the 4.6x30mm and .45 ACP rounds caused less significant surface deformation.

What is 7075 aluminum and why is it relevant for ballistic testing?

7075 aluminum is a high-strength, aerospace-grade alloy known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio. Its use in demanding applications makes it an interesting material to test for ballistic resistance against various firearm calibers.

Who built the custom Gatling rig used in the test?

The custom 6-barrel Gatling-style rig, which utilized three Gilboa double-barrel AR-15s, was built by Richard, also known as Royal Nonesuch.

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