Full Auto AK-47 vs Classic Car Hood 🚙 (Full Auto Friday)

Published on July 10, 2020
Duration: 8:32

This video from Kentucky Ballistics demonstrates the penetration capabilities of various firearms against a classic car hood. Scott tests a 12-gauge shotgun, several handguns (.22 Magnum, .22 LR, 9mm), and culminates with a full-auto AK-47. The expert-level demonstration highlights how different calibers and firearm types perform against automotive steel.

Quick Summary

Kentucky Ballistics expert Scott tests various firearms against a 1979 Pontiac Trans Am hood. A Remington Tac-14 12-gauge shotgun showed limited penetration with birdshot but success with buckshot. Handguns (.22 Magnum, .22 LR, 9mm) all penetrated. The full-auto AK-47 with a drum magazine easily pierced the hood with 7.62x39mm FMJ rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Target Setup
  2. 02:51Shotgun Testing (Tac-14)
  3. 04:09Handgun Testing (PMR-30, etc.)
  4. 05:33Full Auto AK-47 Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were tested against the car hood in the Kentucky Ballistics video?

The video features testing with a Remington Tac-14 12-gauge shotgun, several handguns including a Kel-Tec PMR-30 in .22 Magnum, and a full-auto AK-47 firing 7.62x39mm rounds. The handguns and shotgun showed varying degrees of penetration, while the AK-47 easily pierced the hood.

How did the full-auto AK-47 perform against the Pontiac Trans Am hood?

The full-auto AK-47, equipped with a 75-round drum magazine and firing PMC Bronze 7.62x39mm FMJ ammunition, demonstrated rapid and complete penetration of the car hood with no apparent resistance, highlighting its power.

What was the outcome of the shotgun test against the car hood?

The Remington Tac-14 12-gauge shotgun's #8 birdshot was stopped by the metal hood. However, 3-inch 00 buckshot successfully penetrated the hood, showing a significant difference in effectiveness based on the payload used.

Can common handgun calibers penetrate a car hood?

Yes, according to the tests conducted, common handgun calibers such as .22 Magnum, .22 LR, and 9mm were all able to successfully penetrate the car hood, indicating their capability against this material.

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