Don't Ask How I Got This... Just Help me Destroy it...

Published on October 20, 2020
Duration: 16:50

This video demonstrates a unique ballistic testing scenario using an airplane emergency exit door as the target. The host, Matt Carriker of DemolitionRanch, showcases the penetration capabilities of various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 Beowulf, against the door's structure. The testing also includes an evaluation of layered cut-resistant gloves, revealing their limitations against heavier calibers.

Quick Summary

DemolitionRanch conducted a unique ballistic test using an airplane emergency exit door, evaluating penetration from .22 LR up to .50 Beowulf. Layered cut-resistant gloves showed effectiveness against handgun rounds but failed against .50 Beowulf, highlighting material limitations and the power of heavy calibers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 02:52Airplane Door Introduction
  3. 04:02Ballistic Testing: Glass
  4. 05:52Ballistic Testing: Door Panel
  5. 08:51Cut-Resistant Glove Testing
  6. 10:27Layered Gloves vs. Handguns
  7. 12:43Heavy Caliber Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers were tested against the airplane emergency exit door?

The testing included .22 LR, .380 ACP, 9mm (fired from a SilencerCo Maxim 9), .45 ACP (fired from a Cabot Guns 1911), 12 Gauge buckshot, and .50 Beowulf rounds.

How effective were layered cut-resistant gloves against gunfire?

Layered cut-resistant gloves successfully stopped .380 ACP, 9mm, and .45 ACP rounds when placed against the airplane door. However, they failed to stop the powerful .50 Beowulf round.

What were the key findings regarding the airplane door's material?

The airplane door, weighing 41 lbs and approximately 5 inches thick with an aluminum skin and composite core, showed varying resistance. While .22 LR only dented it, .380 ACP penetrated easily. It also stopped handgun rounds when reinforced by layered gloves.

Which firearms were featured in the ballistic testing?

Featured firearms included the SilencerCo Maxim 9 (integrally suppressed 9mm), a Cabot Guns 1911 (.45 ACP), and a Kel-Tec KSG (12 Gauge bullpup shotgun), alongside various other firearms for different calibers.

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