how much tootsie roll does it take to stop a 500 magnum?

Published on May 17, 2024
Duration: 26:37

Edwin Sarkissian, a high-profile firearms influencer, conducts a humorous yet informative test to determine how many Tootsie Rolls are needed to stop various firearm calibers. The experiment progresses from .22 LR to .50 BMG, providing a unique, albeit unconventional, comparison of projectile energy and penetration. The video highlights the stopping power of different calibers in a dense, edible medium.

Quick Summary

Edwin Sarkissian tests how many Tootsie Rolls are needed to stop various firearm calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The .500 S&W Magnum required about 7 Tootsie Rolls, while the .50 BMG penetrated approximately 12, offering a unique visual comparison of ballistic energy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and .22 LR Test
  2. 02:28Handgun Caliber Progression: .45 ACP and 9mm
  3. 04:40Large Bore Handguns: .50 AE and .500 Magnum
  4. 09:31Sponsor Segment: TacPack
  5. 12:45Rifle Calibers: 7.62x39 and 5.56 NATO
  6. 20:40The Ultimate Test: .50 BMG Pistol

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers were tested against Tootsie Rolls in the Edwin Sarkissian video?

The video tested various calibers including .22 LR, .45 ACP, 9mm, .50 AE, .500 S&W Magnum, 7.62x39mm, 5.56x45mm NATO, and .50 BMG, providing a broad spectrum of firearm performance.

How many Tootsie Rolls did it take to stop a .500 S&W Magnum?

Using 700-grain Underwood ammunition, the .500 S&W Magnum penetrated into the third box of Tootsie Rolls, requiring approximately 7 individual candy bars to stop the projectile.

Which firearm caliber penetrated the most Tootsie Rolls?

The .50 BMG pistol, with its massive projectile, penetrated the most Tootsie Rolls, stopping after approximately 12 candy bars and causing significant dispersal of the medium.

What was the purpose of testing firearms against Tootsie Rolls?

The experiment aimed to humorously demonstrate the relative energy and penetration capabilities of different firearm calibers by using a dense, edible medium as a makeshift ballistic gel substitute.

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