*HAND GRENADE* Bulletproof? (test) #gun #fullautofriday #demolitionranch #demoranch #civtac

Published on December 15, 2022
Duration: 1:00

This video from Civilian Tactical tests the ballistic resistance of a deactivated hand grenade against various calibers, from common pistol rounds to high-powered rifle cartridges. The host, demonstrating high-engagement firearms content creation expertise, uses an AR-15, AK-47, and a bolt-action rifle to fire 12 Gauge Birdshot, .22 LR, 9mm, 5.56x45mm, 7.62x39mm, and .308 Winchester rounds. The experiment provides a clear visual of how different ammunition types impact the grenade's cast iron body, concluding that higher-powered rounds can penetrate it.

Quick Summary

A deactivated hand grenade's cast iron body can resist lower caliber rounds like Birdshot, .22 LR, and 9mm, showing only minor marks. However, higher-powered rifle rounds like 5.56x45mm and .308 Winchester can penetrate the casing, causing significant damage or complete destruction. The .308 round completely destroyed the grenade in testing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Grenade Display
  2. 00:10Ammunition Lineup & Sponsor
  3. 00:15Low Caliber Testing (Birdshot, .22 LR, 9mm)
  4. 00:30Rifle Caliber Testing (5.56, 7.62)
  5. 00:48High Caliber Test (.308) & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a deactivated hand grenade stop bullets?

A deactivated hand grenade's cast iron body can resist lower caliber rounds like Birdshot, .22 LR, and 9mm, showing only minor marks. However, higher-powered rifle rounds like 5.56x45mm and .308 Winchester can penetrate the casing, causing significant damage or complete destruction.

What calibers were tested against the hand grenade?

The test included 12 Gauge Birdshot, .22 LR, 9mm, 5.56x45mm (fired from an AR-15), 7.62x39mm (fired from an AK-47), and .308 Winchester (fired from a bolt-action rifle).

Which rifle caliber caused the most damage to the hand grenade?

The .308 Winchester round completely blasted through the deactivated hand grenade, leaving a massive hole. The 5.56x45mm round also caused significant damage, punching a hole and creating cracks, while the 7.62x39mm showed less damage on its specific impact point.

What is the purpose of testing a deactivated hand grenade's bullet resistance?

Testing the bullet resistance of a deactivated hand grenade serves to demonstrate the material strength and limitations of its casing against various ballistic impacts, providing a visual understanding of how different ammunition types perform against such an object.

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