Dragon's Breath, Piranha Rounds, and Bolo Rounds

Published on April 2, 2012
Duration: 3:21

This video from Iraqveteran8888 features Eric and Chad testing exotic 12-gauge shotgun rounds from Firequest International. They demonstrate the effects of Piranha rounds (steel tacks), Bolo rounds (wire-bound discs), and Dragon's Breath (incendiary) rounds on various targets, highlighting their unique destructive capabilities and intended applications. The expert instruction emphasizes practical testing and understanding of these specialized ammunition types.

Quick Summary

Iraqveteran8888 experts test exotic 12-gauge shotgun rounds: Piranha rounds (steel tacks), Bolo rounds (wire-bound discs), and Dragon's Breath (incendiary). Testing reveals Piranha rounds embed tacks effectively, Bolo rounds fail to entangle as designed due to wire separation, and Dragon's Breath produces a large flame effect for theatrical use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Exotic Rounds
  2. 01:08Testing Piranha Rounds
  3. 02:31Testing Bolo Rounds
  4. 03:02Testing Fire Breather (Dragon's Breath) Rounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Piranha rounds and how do they perform?

Piranha rounds are a type of 12-gauge shotgun ammunition loaded with small steel tacks. When fired, these tacks spread out, creating a pattern that embeds into targets like plywood, demonstrating significant penetration for their size.

How do Bolo rounds work, and what were their test results?

Bolo rounds are designed with two lead discs connected by steel wire, intended to entangle a target. However, during testing by Iraqveteran8888, the wire separated from the discs at around 25 yards, failing the primary entanglement effect while still causing impact damage.

What is Dragon's Breath ammunition?

Dragon's Breath is an incendiary 12-gauge shotgun round that produces a large, dramatic flame and spark effect upon firing, primarily used for theatrical or pyrotechnic purposes due to its visual spectacle rather than terminal ballistics.

What is the primary purpose of the exotic rounds tested?

The exotic rounds tested—Piranha, Bolo, and Dragon's Breath—serve specialized purposes. Piranha and Bolo rounds are often for novelty or specific theatrical effects, while Dragon's Breath is purely for visual pyrotechnic display, not practical defense or hunting.

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