German stick grenade vs tracks

Published on December 22, 2020
Duration: 4:25

This video demonstrates an experimental test by Edwin Sarkissian, a high-profile firearms and explosives content creator, to assess the destructive potential of a German Stielhandgranate 24 against the tracks of a Caterpillar D7 bulldozer. The test reveals the remarkable durability of the industrial steel tracks, which withstood the blast with no visible damage, highlighting the robust construction of heavy machinery compared to historical military armor.

Quick Summary

An experimental test by Edwin Sarkissian assessed a German Stielhandgranate 24 against a Caterpillar D7 bulldozer's tracks. The grenade, with its 4.5-5 second fuse delay, detonated against the tracks, but the industrial steel proved highly durable, showing no damage, suggesting superior resilience compared to historical tank tracks.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: WWII Bulldozer & Grenade Test
  2. 00:53German Stick Grenade (Stielhandgranate 24) Mechanics
  3. 01:58The Detonation: Grenade vs. Bulldozer Tracks
  4. 02:21Damage Assessment: Track Durability Revealed
  5. 03:25Bulldozer Inspection: Operational Status Check

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the objective of testing a German stick grenade against a Caterpillar bulldozer?

The primary objective was to experimentally determine if a World War II-era German Stielhandgranate 24 could inflict damage or break the heavy-duty tracks of a Caterpillar D7 bulldozer, assessing the grenade's destructive potential against industrial machinery.

How does a German Stielhandgranate 24 operate?

To operate, the base cap is unscrewed, and the pull-string igniter is activated. This initiates a friction igniter, resulting in a fuse delay typically between 4.5 to 8 seconds before detonation.

What was the outcome of the grenade detonation on the bulldozer tracks?

Remarkably, the tracks showed no structural damage or cracking. The industrial steel construction proved highly resilient, with the grenade's blast failing to compromise the integrity of the heavy-duty components.

Are Caterpillar D7 bulldozer tracks comparable to tank tracks?

While both are heavy-duty track systems, the video suggests that the industrial steel used in Caterpillar D7 tracks is exceptionally thick and durable, potentially exceeding the resilience of standard tank tracks from the World War II era.

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