Can A Car Stop A Bullet

This video from USCCA demonstrates the ballistic performance of various calibers against different parts of a vehicle. Instructors Micha da and Angel Cortez test 9mm, .45 ACP, 5.56x45mm, 12 gauge (slug, buckshot, birdshot), and 6.5 Creedmoor rounds. They highlight that doors and windows offer minimal protection, while structural pillars can sometimes stop or redirect rounds. The testing emphasizes that vehicle composition varies, and this data should inform defensive strategies.

This video segment analyzes the ballistic performance of a .308 Winchester round impacting the A-pillar of a vehicle. The projectile entered and exited the top of the windshield, demonstrating that the vehicle's A-pillar and laminate glass were insufficient to stop the round. The energy transfer into the target outside the vehicle was significant.

The US Army is breaking ground on a new ammunition facility at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, Missouri, dedicated to producing the 6.8x51mm cartridge for the Next Generation Squad Weapons program. This new facility, expected to be operational by 2026, will supplement existing production of 9mm NATO and 5.56x45mm NATO, while 5.56 production is anticipated to decrease after 2028. The plant is also incorporating AI to improve logistics and ballistics, aiming for higher quality and quantity of ammunition.

This guide, drawing on expert insights from BIG MAN with GUN, details essential ammunition types to stockpile for potential crises. It covers critical calibers like 9mm, .22 LR, 7.62x39mm, 5.56x45mm NATO, and .308 Winchester/.7.62x51mm NATO, offering specific recommendations on bullet weights, grain counts, and brand reliability. The advice emphasizes practical considerations such as penetration, stabilization, and cost-effectiveness, crucial for preparedness.

This video from Farewell Firearms Training tests the barrier-blind capabilities of G9 5.56 54-grain solid copper hollow-point ammunition against standard 55-grain FMJ rounds when fired through a car windshield. The test demonstrates that standard FMJ rounds fragment significantly upon impact with glass, leading to poor terminal ballistics, while the G9 solid copper rounds largely maintain their integrity, suggesting superior performance in barrier penetration scenarios.

This experiment tested the effectiveness of 1000 rounds of .22LR ammunition against a self-driving car. The car was targeted in three waves: body, wheels/tires, and engine bay. Approximately 750 rounds were fired, resulting in the car losing power, overheating, and eventually catching fire, effectively stopping its operation. The video also highlights the North Tac V10 red dot sight.

This guide details the operation of the Trailblazer Firearms LifeCard, a unique single-shot .22 WMR pistol that folds to credit card dimensions. The video demonstrates loading, closing, cocking, and firing the firearm. The host, identified as 704 Tactical, showcases experienced handling and safe operation of this specialized firearm during a range demonstration.

This video demonstrates the rapid deployment and firing of the Standard Manufacturing Switch Gun, a compact .22 WMR revolver. The FPV (First-Person View) showcases the firearm's unique spring-loaded mechanism for unfolding into a firing position and its subsequent manual folding back into a compact state. The demonstration includes a five-round firing sequence, highlighting its potential for quick access and use.

This video provides an expert review of the Smith & Wesson 327 Performance Center revolver, chambered in .357 Magnum. The presenter, demonstrating experienced firearm handling, highlights its 8-round capacity, scandium alloy frame, titanium cylinder, and snub-nose profile. The demonstration includes rapid firing at an outdoor range, showcasing the firearm's capabilities.

This video demonstrates a live-fire test of the Standard Manufacturing Switch Gun, chambered in .22 Magnum. An experienced shooter showcases the firearm's ability to penetrate a car windshield and hit a target behind it, highlighting its folding mechanism and effectiveness in a tactical scenario.