Elephant Gun vs Human Torso

Published on January 17, 2022
Duration: 10:40

This video provides a detailed terminal ballistics demonstration using a realistic ballistic dummy. The 1ShotTV host, exhibiting high authority in firearms entertainment and practical terminal ballistics, showcases the effects of .375 H&H Magnum (both expanding and solid rounds), .45-70 Government, and a .50 caliber rifle on a human torso model. The experiment highlights significant differences in wound cavity, penetration, and tissue destruction between calibers and projectile types, utilizing high-speed photography for analysis.

Quick Summary

This expert terminal ballistics demonstration compares the destructive power of large caliber rifles, including the .375 H&H Magnum, .45-70 Government, and .50 Caliber, against a realistic human torso. High-speed footage captures the significant tissue damage, temporary cavity formation, and penetration effects of various ammunition types.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Ballistic Dummy Lab Torso
  2. 01:03.375 H&H Magnum Elephant Gun Intro
  3. 01:27Ammunition Selection: Dangerous Game Expander
  4. 01:51First Shot: Lung Impact & Damage
  5. 02:42Second Shot: Abdominal Impact & Destruction
  6. 03:54Side Profile & Heart Shot Assessment
  7. 05:19Testing Dangerous Game Solids
  8. 07:03Comparison: .45-70 Government Test
  9. 08:07Final Test: .50 Caliber Destruction

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers were tested against the ballistic dummy torso?

The video tested three primary large caliber rifle systems: the .375 H&H Magnum, the .45-70 Government, and a .50 caliber rifle, demonstrating their terminal ballistics on a realistic human torso model.

What type of ammunition was used for the .375 H&H Magnum test?

For the .375 H&H Magnum, both a 300-grain 'Dangerous Game Expander' round and a 300-grain solid projectile were tested to compare their effects on tissue damage and penetration.

How did the .45-70 Government perform in the ballistic test?

The .45-70 Government, using 325-grain Hornady FTX ammunition, caused significant damage, including breaking the shoulder blade of the ballistic dummy, though its exit wound was less dramatic than the .375 H&H Magnum.

What was the most destructive caliber tested?

The .50 caliber rifle demonstrated the most destructive potential, completely blowing out the rib cage of the ballistic dummy and creating the largest exit wound observed during the demonstration.

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