Is A Rubber Mallet BulletProof?

Published on April 16, 2026
Duration: 1:45

This video tests the bullet resistance of a 2-lb rubber mallet against various calibers, from birdshot to .50 BMG. The mallet demonstrates surprising durability, absorbing impacts from smaller calibers without penetration. However, larger calibers like .223 Remington shatter the handle, and .308 Winchester penetrates the head. The experiment highlights the potential for unexpected stopping power in common tools.

Quick Summary

A 2-lb rubber mallet was tested for bullet resistance against various calibers. It stopped birdshot, .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP without penetration. However, .223 Remington shattered the handle, and .308 Winchester penetrated the head, indicating limited bulletproof capabilities against rifle rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Rubber Mallet Bulletproof Test
  2. 00:20Birdshot Test
  3. 00:28.22 LR Test
  4. 00:369mm Test
  5. 00:43.45 ACP Test
  6. 00:557.62x39mm Test
  7. 01:13.223 Remington Test
  8. 01:32.308 Winchester Test
  9. 01:41Conclusion: Rubber Mallet Stopping Power

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a rubber mallet stop bullets?

A 2-lb rubber mallet demonstrated surprising resistance to smaller calibers like birdshot, .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP, with projectiles embedding in the head without penetration. However, larger calibers like .223 Remington shattered the handle, and .308 Winchester penetrated the head.

What calibers were tested against the rubber mallet?

The test included birdshot, .22 LR, 9mm, .45 ACP, 7.62x39mm, .223 Remington, and .308 Winchester. The video mentions .50 BMG as a potential final test if others failed.

Did any bullets pass through the rubber mallet?

Yes, the .308 Winchester round successfully penetrated the rubber mallet, carving a new channel and exiting the back. Smaller calibers did not achieve a pass-through, but larger calibers like .223 Remington caused significant damage to the handle.

What is the stopping power of a rubber mallet?

The experiment suggests that a rubber mallet can exhibit significant 'stopping power' against certain ballistic threats, particularly from smaller handgun and rimfire calibers, by absorbing and embedding projectiles.

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