Cartridge Firing Airgun! How does this even work? (AEA Harpoon from Airgun Tactical)

Published on October 1, 2024
Duration: 18:19

This video reviews the AEA Harpoon, a unique double-barreled, cartridge-firing airgun. It details the cartridge reloading process, including filling to 4500 PSI, and demonstrates the significant velocity difference between the 5-inch and 13-inch barrel configurations. The review also showcases the airgun's performance on various reactive targets, highlighting its power and fun factor.

Quick Summary

The AEA Harpoon is a unique cartridge-firing airgun that uses self-contained cartridges with a burst disc. These cartridges are filled to 4500 PSI, and the air release propels the projectile. It's available in 45, 50, and 72 caliber, with longer barrels significantly increasing projectile velocity and energy.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction to AEA Harpoon
  2. 00:14AEA Harpoon Overview
  3. 00:23Cartridge Firing Mechanism
  4. 01:01Road Warrior Comparison
  5. 01:04Barrel Lengths: 5-inch vs 13-inch
  6. 01:13Caliber Options: 45, 50, 72
  7. 01:27Sponsor: Walker's Hearing Protection
  8. 01:54Chronographing Barrel Lengths
  9. 02:11Shooting 5-inch Barrels
  10. 02:41How Cartridge Firing Works
  11. 03:18Cartridge Disassembly
  12. 03:53Reloading Cartridges
  13. 04:19Filling Cartridge to 4500 PSI
  14. 05:08Releasing Air Valve
  15. 05:23Loading Projectile
  16. 05:51Shooting 13-inch Barrels
  17. 06:51Reactive Target: Papaya
  18. 07:07Dual Barrel Firing
  19. 07:34Dual Barrel Papaya Shot
  20. 07:59Foot Pounds of Energy Calculation
  21. 08:21Double Shot Fun
  22. 09:03Papaya Destruction
  23. 10:05Reactive Target: Pineapple (Gerald)
  24. 10:21Shooting Gerald
  25. 11:34Finishing Gerald Off
  26. 12:31Reactive Target: Henry the Pumpkin
  27. 12:45Loading for Pumpkin Shot
  28. 13:03Pumpkin Shot with Soda
  29. 13:48Adding Vegetable Juice to Pumpkin
  30. 14:01Second Pumpkin Shot
  31. 14:53Grand Finale Target: Two Liters
  32. 15:05Hollow Point Slug Test
  33. 15:24Shooting Two Liters
  34. 16:01Catching the Hollow Point Slug
  35. 17:03Final Thoughts on AEA Harpoon
  36. 17:24Thank You to Airgun Tactical
  37. 17:41Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the AEA Harpoon airgun work?

The AEA Harpoon is a cartridge-firing airgun. Each cartridge is a self-contained unit with an air tank, a projectile, and a burst disc. When fired, the burst disc ruptures, releasing high-pressure air to propel the projectile.

What are the available calibers for the AEA Harpoon?

The AEA Harpoon is offered in 45 caliber, 50 caliber, and 72 caliber. This allows users to choose based on their desired power and projectile size for various applications.

What is the typical fill pressure for AEA Harpoon cartridges?

AEA Harpoon cartridges are typically filled to a high pressure of 4500 PSI. This high pressure is necessary to generate significant power for propelling the projectiles.

How does barrel length affect the AEA Harpoon's performance?

Longer barrels, such as the 13-inch options on the AEA Harpoon, significantly increase projectile velocity compared to shorter barrels like the 5-inch versions. This results in higher energy transfer.

What kind of energy output can be expected from the AEA Harpoon?

With 45 caliber projectiles, the AEA Harpoon is estimated to produce around 300 foot-pounds of energy. This places its power level between that of a .380 ACP and a 9mm handgun.

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