How Many Hershey's Chocolate bars does it take to stop a bullet?

Published on November 20, 2018
Duration: 4:18

This video demonstrates a unique ballistic test, using Hershey's chocolate bars as a medium to stop a 9mm bullet from a Glock 19X. The experiment, conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, shows that 17 large chocolate bars were required to halt a 115-grain FMJ round. The casual yet informative approach highlights practical aspects of projectile energy transfer in a relatable, albeit unconventional, manner.

Quick Summary

In a unique ballistic test, 17 large Hershey's Milk Chocolate bars were required to stop a 9mm bullet fired from a Glock 19X. The projectile was a 115-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) round. The chocolate bars were refrigerated prior to the test to increase their firmness.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Experiment Setup
  2. 00:36Firearm and Ammunition Showcase
  3. 01:01Preparation and Predictions
  4. 01:30Firing the 9mm Round
  5. 01:35Results: Penetration Count
  6. 03:09Conclusion and Bullet Recovery

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of bullet was used in the Hershey's chocolate bar test?

The test used a 115-grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) round, fired from a 9mm caliber handgun, specifically a Glock 19X.

How many Hershey's chocolate bars did it take to stop the 9mm bullet?

It took 17 large Hershey's Milk Chocolate bars to successfully stop the 9mm FMJ bullet fired in the experiment.

What firearm was used in the Hershey's chocolate bar penetration test?

The firearm used in the experiment was a tan Glock 19X, chambered in 9mm caliber.

Were the chocolate bars prepared in any special way for the test?

Yes, the chocolate bars were recently refrigerated to make them slightly firmer, which could influence their density and penetration resistance.

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