Is An Old Airplane Door Bulletproof?

Published on March 12, 2025
Duration: 0:47

This video from Yee Yee Life demonstrates a unique ballistic test, evaluating the bulletproof capabilities of an old airplane door against various ammunition types. The test includes 12-gauge birdshot and buckshot, as well as .22 LR rounds fired from a Ruger 10/22. The results highlight significant differences in penetration power, with buckshot easily breaching the door while birdshot showed limited effectiveness. The speaker, identified as a firearms enthusiast, provides an energetic and informal assessment of the outcomes.

Quick Summary

An old airplane door's bulletproof capabilities were tested against 12-gauge birdshot, 12-gauge buckshot, and .22 LR rounds. Birdshot showed minimal penetration, while buckshot and .22 LR easily passed through the door, highlighting ammunition-dependent effectiveness.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Birdshot Test
  2. 00:19Buckshot Penetration Test
  3. 00:33.22 LR Penetration Test

Frequently Asked Questions

Can an old airplane door stop bullets?

An old airplane door's ability to stop bullets varies significantly by ammunition type. In a test by Yee Yee Life, 12-gauge birdshot showed limited penetration, while 12-gauge buckshot and .22 LR rounds easily passed through the door.

What is the difference between 12-gauge birdshot and buckshot?

12-gauge birdshot consists of numerous small pellets designed for hunting small game or clay targets, offering less penetration. 12-gauge buckshot contains larger, heavier pellets intended for larger game or self-defense, providing significantly more penetration power.

How effective is a .22 LR round against barriers?

.22 LR rounds, while less powerful than shotgun shells, can still penetrate certain barriers. In a test with an airplane door, a .22 LR round fired from a Ruger 10/22 successfully penetrated both sides of the door.

What firearms were used in the airplane door ballistic test?

The ballistic test featured a 12-gauge shotgun firing birdshot and buckshot, and a Ruger 10/22 rifle chambered in .22 LR. The Ruger 10/22 was equipped with an optical scope for aiming.

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