Fireman’s Axe BULLETPROOF? (50 BMG Tested)

Published on December 10, 2024
Duration: 1:54

This video from Civilian Tactical tests the surprising bullet resistance of a fireman's axe against various calibers, from .22 LR up to a .50 BMG. The host, demonstrating high authority in firearms, showcases multiple platforms including the Volquartsen Arms Mamba and a Raptor 50 rifle. The experiment reveals that common handgun and even intermediate rifle rounds fail to penetrate the axe head, highlighting unexpected material resilience before succumbing to the .50 BMG round.

Quick Summary

A fireman's axe was tested for bulletproof capabilities against various calibers. It successfully resisted .22 LR, .380 Auto, 9mm, 7.62x39, and .223 rounds. The axe's resistance ended when a .50 BMG round from a Raptor 50 rifle penetrated it, demonstrating the extreme power of that caliber.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Caliber Lineup
  2. 00:23Handgun Caliber Testing
  3. 00:46Rifle Caliber Testing
  4. 01:23.50 BMG Final Test

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a fireman's axe stop bullets?

A fireman's axe demonstrated significant resistance to common handgun rounds like .22 LR, .380 Auto, and 9mm, as well as intermediate rifle rounds such as 7.62x39 and .223. However, it was penetrated by a .50 BMG round.

What is the most powerful caliber tested against the fireman's axe?

The most powerful caliber tested against the fireman's axe was the .50 BMG round, fired from a Raptor 50 rifle. This round was the only one capable of penetrating the axe head during the test.

Which firearms were used in the fireman's axe bulletproof test?

The test utilized several firearms: a Volquartsen Arms Mamba for .22 LR, a Girsan Regard MC for 9mm, a Zastava AK-47 for 7.62x39, a CMMG Dissent for .223, and a Raptor 50 for the .50 BMG round.

What was the outcome of testing the fireman's axe against different bullet calibers?

The fireman's axe proved surprisingly robust, stopping all tested handgun and intermediate rifle calibers. Its 'bulletproof' streak ended only when subjected to the high-powered .50 BMG round, which successfully penetrated the axe head.

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