IS YETI CUP BULLETPROOF?

Published on August 14, 2016
Duration: 4:52

This video from Edwin Sarkissian tests the 'bulletproof' claim of Yeti Rambler 20oz Tumblers. Using a Glock 19 with 9mm rounds and a Glock 23 with .40 S&W rounds, Sarkissian demonstrates that while the cups are durable, they are not bulletproof, with bullets penetrating multiple cups. The video showcases a systematic approach to testing product claims with firearms.

Quick Summary

Ballistic tests using a Glock 19 (9mm) and Glock 23 (.40 S&W) demonstrate that Yeti Rambler 20oz Tumblers are not bulletproof. While durable, bullets can penetrate multiple cups, with 9mm rounds stopped by the fourth cup and .40 S&W rounds lodging in the fourth or denting the fifth.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Purchasing Yeti Cups
  2. 01:11Experiment Setup & Context
  3. 02:209mm Ballistic Test
  4. 03:11.40 Caliber Ballistic Test
  5. 04:26Conclusion & Giveaway

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Yeti Rambler cups bulletproof?

No, Yeti Rambler cups are not bulletproof. While they are very durable, ballistic tests using firearms like the Glock 19 with 9mm rounds and the Glock 23 with .40 S&W rounds show that bullets can penetrate multiple cups.

What firearms were used to test the Yeti cup's durability?

The Yeti Rambler cups were tested using a Glock 19 pistol chambered in 9mm and a Glock 23 pistol chambered in .40 S&W. These firearms were used to fire FMJ rounds at the tumblers to assess their resistance to penetration.

How many Yeti cups did a 9mm bullet penetrate?

During the ballistic test, a 9mm FMJ round fired from a Glock 19 completely penetrated three Yeti Rambler 20oz Tumblers. The fourth cup's front wall successfully stopped the bullet.

What happened when .40 S&W rounds were fired at Yeti cups?

When fired from a Glock 23, .40 S&W FMJ rounds penetrated three Yeti Rambler 20oz Tumblers. The bullet lodged in the rear wall of the fourth cup and significantly dented a fifth cup, demonstrating substantial, but not complete, resistance.

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