Flamethrower Buckshot Vs Ballistics Gel

Published on September 26, 2021
Duration: 3:49

This video tests Firequest's "Flamethrower" buckshot rounds against ballistic gelatin. The rounds, which contain flaming magnesium, create significant incendiary effects upon impact, burning into the gelatin for several inches and liquefying it. The instructor emphasizes these rounds are not suitable for home defense due to their extreme fire hazard.

Quick Summary

Flamethrower buckshot rounds are specialized 12 gauge shells from Firequest that combine buckshot with flaming magnesium. Tested in ballistic gelatin, they create significant incendiary effects, burning and melting the gel several inches deep. Due to their extreme fire hazard, they are not suitable for self-defense or home defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Flamethrower Buckshot Test
  2. 00:25What is Flamethrower Buckshot?
  3. 00:47Testing on Ballistic Gelatin
  4. 00:55Firearm Used: Mossberg 590A1
  5. 01:13Firing the Flamethrower Rounds
  6. 01:34Post-Shot Analysis: Gelatin Damage
  7. 01:50Magnesium Penetration and Burning
  8. 02:15Gelatin Ignition and Smoke
  9. 02:47Bottom View: Melted Gelatin
  10. 03:06Devastating Effects Explained
  11. 03:19Not for Home Defense
  12. 03:36Acknowledgements and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Flamethrower buckshot rounds?

Flamethrower buckshot rounds are specialized 12 gauge shotgun shells manufactured by Firequest. They are designed to fire standard buckshot along with flaming magnesium, creating an incendiary effect similar to 'dragon's breath' ammunition.

How does Flamethrower buckshot perform in ballistic gelatin?

When fired into ballistic gelatin, the flaming magnesium component of Flamethrower buckshot ignites upon impact. This causes significant charring, burning, and penetration into the gelatin, even melting and liquefying it several inches deep.

Are Flamethrower buckshot rounds suitable for self-defense?

No, Flamethrower buckshot rounds are explicitly not recommended for self-defense or home defense. Their extreme incendiary properties pose a severe fire hazard, capable of igniting surroundings very quickly.

What firearm was used to test the Flamethrower buckshot?

The Flamethrower buckshot rounds were tested using a Mossberg 590A1 shotgun. The test was conducted at a distance of approximately eight to ten yards.

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