Don't shoot Oxygen tank in back of a Truck

Published on August 15, 2023
Duration: 17:55

This video showcases a high-energy ballistics experiment conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, demonstrating the effects of shooting pressurized oxygen and acetylene tanks, as well as an M67 grenade, inside a truck bed. The experiment highlights the volatile nature of these materials and the significant structural damage they can cause. Sarkissian, a high-level firearms entertainer and ballistics experimenter, uses a Serbu BFG-50A .50 caliber rifle for the tank tests and observes the resulting explosions and propulsion.

Quick Summary

Edwin Sarkissian conducts a ballistics experiment shooting oxygen and acetylene tanks with a .50 BMG rifle and detonating an M67 grenade in a truck bed. The acetylene tank exploded violently, the oxygen tank was propelled by gas release, and the grenade destroyed the tailgate, demonstrating extreme destructive potential.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Experiment Concept
  2. 02:29Hennessey and Ridge Giveaway Promotion
  3. 04:16EDC Gear Showcase: Ridge Products
  4. 06:33First Shot: Acetylene Tank with .50 BMG
  5. 11:08Second Shot: Oxygen Tank Propulsion
  6. 14:18Grenade Experiment and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when you shoot an oxygen tank in a truck bed?

Shooting an oxygen tank in a truck bed with a .50 BMG rifle causes a high-pressure release of gas, creating a large dust cloud and propelling the tank. While dramatic, it did not lift the truck in this experiment, but demonstrates the stored energy within pressurized cylinders.

What are the dangers of shooting compressed gas tanks?

Shooting compressed gas tanks like oxygen or acetylene is extremely dangerous due to their volatile nature. Acetylene is highly flammable and can explode violently, while oxygen intensifies combustion. Impacts can cause rapid depressurization, explosions, and fires, posing severe risks of injury or property damage.

What kind of rifle was used in the experiment?

The experiment utilized a Serbu BFG-50A, which is a semi-automatic, anti-materiel rifle chambered in the powerful .50 BMG caliber. This rifle is designed for engaging targets at long distances and penetrating light armor or structures.

What was the result of detonating an M67 grenade in the truck bed?

Detonating an M67 fragmentation grenade inside the truck bed resulted in significant structural damage. Specifically, the blast completely blew off the truck's tailgate, showcasing the destructive force of the explosive device.

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