Armor Piercing Ammunition Testing: 30-06 M2 AP vs 3/4" AR500 plates

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the 30-06 Springfield cartridge's terminal ballistics, specifically in response to theories about an incident involving Charlie Kirk. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, uses a 1903 Springfield rifle and ballistics gel to illustrate the significant temporary wound cavity and penetration capabilities of FMJ ammunition. The testing includes impacts on bone and meat to simulate anatomical resistance, concluding that the observed damage is consistent with the round's power, while questioning the reported lack of an exit wound.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of the terminal ballistics of three historical .50 caliber anti-aircraft rounds: M1 Blue Tip Incendiary, M20 APIT, and M8 API. Fired from a Desert Tech HTI, the rounds are tested against various steel targets and a ballistic torso, showcasing their destructive potential and penetration capabilities. The host, demonstrating high authority in firearms testing, uses specialized equipment like chronographs and high-speed cameras to gather detailed performance data.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the Portuguese M963 armor-piercing ammunition's capabilities against various steel targets. The host, demonstrating high authority with specialized equipment, compares its performance to the Israeli P80 round, detailing velocities, penetration depths, and material science aspects. The M963 proves significantly more effective against hardened steel plates.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the rare Remington .30-06 Accelerator round, featuring a .22 caliber projectile within a sabot. The host, demonstrating high practical ballistics knowledge, conducts chronograph testing, achieving velocities over 3800 fps, and terminal effect tests on meat and bone, showcasing rapid fragmentation and energy transfer. The assessment concludes the round's unique ballistics align with specific anecdotal reports but deem it unlikely for the hypothetical assassination scenario due to its rarity and accuracy limitations.

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the common myth that the M1 Garand's empty clip 'ping' is a tactical giveaway. The host, demonstrating high authority and practical range experience, conducts an experiment by placing a microphone 80 yards downrange to test audibility over the gunshot. The results aim to clarify if this historical concern holds true in modern tactical scenarios.

This entry details the top five favorite firearms of Green Beret Kyle Lamb, a retired Sergeant Major with over 20 years of Special Operations experience. Lamb provides an authoritative, yet casual, overview of his selections, ranging from the iconic M1 Garand to the versatile AR-15 system, sharing insights based on his extensive combat and operational experience. The list emphasizes reliability, effectiveness, and historical significance in firearm design.

This guide details how to clear common malfunctions on an AK-74 platform rifle, specifically when heavily fouled with mud. Expert instruction from Karl Kasarda demonstrates advanced techniques for dealing with failures to go into battery, feeding issues, and stuck chambers. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding mechanical tolerances and performing thorough cleaning after such extreme environmental testing.

This guide details the historical method of igniting and deploying 18th-century grenades, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda of InRangeTV. It covers the preparation and use of a slow match to ignite the external timed fuse of a replica grenade. The video emphasizes that this is a replica and stresses the extreme danger and illegality of handling live explosives.

This guide details the proper application of a Gaza-style or CAT tourniquet, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda on InRangeTV. It emphasizes initial strap tightness before windlass use for effective hemorrhage control and occlusion. The instruction highlights the importance of securing the windlass and managing patient pain during application.

This guide details the historical loading process for the 1836 Colt Paterson revolver, as demonstrated by Karl Kasarda. It covers the unique disassembly required, the precise powder charge and projectile seating using specialized tools, and the capping procedure. The instruction emphasizes a high level of expertise due to the intricate and period-specific nature of the task.