Legendary German Gun vs Weirdest German Tradition

Published on December 15, 2022
Duration: 12:26

This video from Demolition Ranch humorously tests the ballistic capabilities of various German-style firearms, including the PTR-91 and MP5 clones, by shooting through lines and buckets of pickles. The experiment showcases how different calibers and firearm actions (.308 Winchester, 5.56x45mm, 9mm, 10mm, .45 ACP) interact with a soft ballistic medium, demonstrating penetration, projectile deformation, and the effectiveness of roller-delayed blowback systems. The high-energy, casual presentation by Matt Carriker highlights firearm performance in an unconventional test scenario.

Quick Summary

Demolition Ranch humorously tests the ballistic performance of various German-style firearms, including the PTR-91 and MP5 clones, by shooting through lines and buckets of pickles. The experiment showcases how different calibers (.308 Winchester, 5.56x45mm, 9mm, 10mm, .45 ACP) and roller-delayed blowback systems interact with a soft ballistic medium, demonstrating penetration and projectile deformation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: German Christmas Pickle Tradition
  2. 01:369mm MP5 Clone vs Pickles
  3. 02:5210mm UMP Clone vs Pickles
  4. 04:05.45 ACP HK Mark 23 vs Pickles
  5. 04:595.56 Zenith Z-43P vs Pickles
  6. 07:25.308 PTR-91 Steel Target Test
  7. 09:28Final: .308 PTR-91 Pickle Destruction

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'German Christmas Pickle' tradition?

The 'German Christmas Pickle' is a tradition where an ornament shaped like a pickle is hidden on a Christmas tree, and the first child to find it receives an extra gift. This video uses pickles as a ballistic medium for testing firearms.

How did the PTR-91 perform in the pickle test?

The PTR-91, chambered in .308 Winchester, demonstrated extreme destructive power against the pickles. In a rapid-fire test into buckets of pickles, it created significant 'pickle mist', showcasing its high energy output.

Which calibers were tested against the pickles?

The video tested several calibers, including .308 Winchester (PTR-91), 9mm (MP5 clone), 10mm (UMP clone), .45 ACP (HK Mark 23), and 5.56x45mm (Zenith Z-43P), observing their penetration and effects on the pickles.

What is a roller-delayed blowback system?

A roller-delayed blowback system uses rollers to delay the opening of the bolt, allowing firearm pressure to decrease before extraction. This system is common in many German firearms, including the HK G3, MP5, and the PTR-91 clone tested.

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