Launching a barrel with increasing amounts of tannerite

Published on July 19, 2024
Duration: 10:12

This experiment from Yee Yee Life demonstrates the explosive potential of Tannerite binary targets by using increasing amounts to launch a 55-gallon plastic barrel. Experienced shooting enthusiasts, Kyle and Parker, utilize an AR-15 chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO with a suppressor and variable optic to test charges from 4 oz up to 5.5 lbs. The results show a progression from modest lifts to complete barrel vaporization, highlighting the significant force generated by Tannerite.

Quick Summary

Experienced shooting enthusiasts from Yee Yee Life conducted an experiment launching a 55-gallon plastic barrel using increasing amounts of Tannerite binary explosive with an AR-15 rifle. Charges ranged from 4 oz to 5.5 lbs, demonstrating escalating launch heights and destructive power, culminating in the complete vaporization of the barrel with the largest charge.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Experiment Introduction
  2. 00:21Barrel Preparation
  3. 01:114 oz Tannerite Test
  4. 02:0312 oz Tannerite Test
  5. 03:241.5 lb Tannerite Test
  6. 05:431 lb Sweet Spot Test
  7. 07:385.5 lb Final Explosion

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Tannerite launch a barrel?

Tannerite binary explosive targets, when detonated by a projectile like a 5.56x45mm round from an AR-15, create a rapid gas expansion. This pressure, contained within a 55-gallon plastic drum, propels the barrel upwards. Increasing the amount of Tannerite amplifies the explosive force and resulting launch height.

What firearm was used to detonate the Tannerite in the barrel launch experiment?

An AR-15 rifle chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO was used. It was equipped with a suppressor and a variable power optic for the experiment, fired from a bench rest for stability.

What were the different amounts of Tannerite tested for launching the barrel?

The experiment tested increasing amounts of Tannerite, starting with 4 oz, then progressing to 12 oz, 1 lb, 1.5 lbs, and concluding with a large 5.5 lb charge. Each test utilized a fresh barrel.

What happened to the barrel with the largest Tannerite charge?

With the final 5.5 lb charge of Tannerite, the 55-gallon plastic barrel was completely vaporized by the immense explosive force. A mannequin head was also launched high into the air.

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