At What Distance Will Tannerite Kill You?

Published on June 28, 2025
Duration: 10:48

This expert guide details a comprehensive test of Tannerite's lethal distance, conducted by experienced individuals using professional equipment. The experiment involved detonating 5 lbs of Tannerite at varying distances from a ballistic dummy using a Cobalt Kinetics rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO with 77-grain Sierra MatchKing rounds. The results demonstrate that Tannerite, while an explosive target, poses significant risks at close range, with point-blank detonations being non-survivable. The guide emphasizes safety protocols and the importance of understanding blast effects.

Quick Summary

Expert testing determined that a 5lb Tannerite charge detonated at 1 foot from a ballistic dummy resulted in complete disintegration, signifying a non-survivable range. At closer distances, Tannerite poses extreme lethal risks due to its explosive force and fragmentation potential.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Tannerite Safety
  2. 00:45Test Setup and Equipment
  3. 02:13Firearm and Ammunition Specs
  4. 03:0115-Foot Blast Test
  5. 04:507-Foot Blast Test
  6. 05:451-Foot Blast Test
  7. 08:34Point-Blank 'Hero' Test
  8. 09:53Conclusion and Safety Warnings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the lethal distance of a 5lb Tannerite blast?

Based on expert testing, a 5lb Tannerite charge detonated at 1 foot from a ballistic dummy resulted in complete disintegration, indicating this distance is non-survivable. At 7 feet, the dummy was knocked over by concussive force, and at 15 feet, damage was minimal.

What equipment was used to test Tannerite's lethal distance?

The test utilized a Cobalt Kinetics rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO, firing 77-grain Sierra MatchKing ammunition to detonate 5 lbs of Tannerite. A Ballistic Dummy Lab torso and a high-speed camera were used to record the effects.

What are the primary safety concerns with Tannerite?

The primary safety concerns with Tannerite involve its explosive nature. It should never be used in confined spaces, and extreme caution must be exercised to maintain safe distances during detonation to avoid injury from blast effects and fragmentation.

How does Tannerite detonate?

Tannerite is a binary explosive that requires a high-velocity rifle impact to initiate detonation. It consists of two components that are not explosive individually but become so when mixed and struck by a sufficient projectile.

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