Are Soda Vending Machines BulletProof?

Published on June 11, 2018
Duration: 16:10

Edwin Sarkissian, a high-profile firearms content creator, demonstrates the surprising ballistic resistance of a standard soda vending machine. Through a series of tests using various firearms and calibers, from a .22 LR Walther P22 to a .50 BMG Serbu BFG-50A, Sarkissian shows that even powerful rounds are significantly stopped by the machine's internal structure. The experiment highlights the potential of such machines as improvised cover in certain scenarios.

Quick Summary

A standard soda vending machine offers surprising ballistic resistance, capable of stopping calibers ranging from .22 LR to .50 BMG API rounds. This is due to its internal structure, featuring multiple layers of sheet metal panels that absorb and dissipate projectile energy. A full machine with liquid-filled cans would likely provide even greater protection.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:45Internal Inspection
  3. 02:52.22 LR Test
  4. 03:289mm Test
  5. 04:43.50 AE Test
  6. 05:57.500 Magnum Test
  7. 07:565.56mm Test
  8. 09:44.50 BMG Test
  9. 11:40Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a soda vending machine stop bullets?

Yes, surprisingly, a standard soda vending machine can offer significant ballistic resistance. Even powerful rounds like .50 BMG API were stopped by its internal layered metal structure in tests conducted by Edwin Sarkissian.

What calibers were tested against the vending machine?

The test included .22 LR (Walther P22), 9mm (Glock 19X), .50 AE (Desert Eagle), .500 Magnum (S&W 500), 5.56mm (AR-15 style rifle), and .50 BMG (Serbu BFG-50A).

What makes a vending machine bullet-resistant?

The vending machine's resistance comes from its multiple layers of sheet metal panels designed to hold soda cans. These layers, along with the internal components, absorb and dissipate the energy of incoming projectiles.

Would a full vending machine be more bulletproof?

It is theorized that a vending machine filled with liquid-laden cans would be even more effective as ballistic cover due to the added mass and energy-absorbing properties of the liquids.

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