Can a Washing Machine Stop a 50 Cal Sniper Rifle?

Published on April 26, 2025
Duration: 12:07

This video details an experiment testing the ballistic resistance of household appliances, specifically a washing machine and dryer, against a variety of firearms ranging from a .22 LR Ruger 10/22 to a .50 BMG sniper rifle. The results demonstrate that even powerful rifle rounds can be significantly slowed or stopped by the internal components and materials of these appliances, offering a surprising level of protection. The content is presented with an enthusiastic and humorous tone by a firearms enthusiast.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test, a .50 BMG sniper rifle round was stopped by a washing machine and dryer. The round penetrated both appliances but was ultimately halted within the dryer drum, demonstrating the surprising stopping power of household items against high-caliber firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Experiment Setup
  2. 01:32Ruger 10/22 (.22 LR) Test
  3. 02:11Glock 19 (9mm) Test
  4. 02:541911 (.45 ACP) Test
  5. 03:35Ruger Redhawk (.44 Magnum) Test
  6. 04:39AR-15 (5.56mm Green Tip) Test
  7. 05:2512 Gauge Slug Test
  8. 07:43.450 Bushmaster Test
  9. 08:38Desert Eagle (.50 AE) Test
  10. 09:48.50 BMG Test

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a washing machine stop a .50 caliber sniper rifle?

In this experiment, a .50 BMG sniper rifle round was stopped by a washing machine and dryer. While the round penetrated the washing machine and the front of the dryer, it was ultimately halted within the dryer drum, leaving the dummy unharmed.

What calibers were tested against the washing machine?

The experiment tested a range of calibers including .22 LR (Ruger 10/22), 9mm (Glock 19), .45 ACP (1911), .44 Magnum (Ruger Redhawk), 5.56mm (AR-15), 12 Gauge slug, .450 Bushmaster, .50 AE (Desert Eagle), and .50 BMG (Sniper Rifle).

Did any rounds penetrate the washing machine completely?

While most rounds were stopped by the washing machine, a 12 gauge shotgun slug penetrated the entire unit and hit the dryer. The .50 BMG round also penetrated both appliances to some extent before being stopped.

What was the outcome of the AR-15 test?

Surprisingly, the AR-15 firing 5.56mm green tip penetrator rounds was stopped by the washing machine. This highlights that even high-velocity rifle rounds can be impeded by household appliances.

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