My Crazy New 3-IN-1 Gun vs. 100 Pound Aluminum Ball!!!

Published on January 17, 2023
Duration: 17:19

This video details an experimental test of various firearms and calibers against two unique, dense targets: a large sphere of compressed aluminum foil and a sphere made of compressed stickers. Expert Matt Carriker demonstrates the performance of rounds from .22 LR up to .50 BMG AP, highlighting how material density and projectile construction affect penetration. The results offer insights into ballistic performance against non-standard, high-density materials.

Quick Summary

Matt Carriker of DemolitionRanch conducted a ballistic test using a 100-pound aluminum foil ball and a sticker ball as targets. Firearms ranging from .22 LR to .50 BMG were used, with only the .50 BMG AP round successfully penetrating the dense aluminum foil target. The Foxtrot Mike Mike-47, a unique AR-style rifle with AK magazine compatibility, was also featured.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 01:25The Aluminum Foil Ball Target
  3. 02:29Foxtrot Mike Mike-47 Overview
  4. 03:24The Sticker Ball Target
  5. 04:19Testing .22 LR and 9mm
  6. 06:08Testing .45 ACP
  7. 07:08Testing 5.56 NATO
  8. 10:37Testing .308 Win
  9. 11:40Testing .50 BMG (Blue Tip)
  10. 14:42Final Test: .50 BMG Black Tip

Frequently Asked Questions

What was tested against the 100-pound aluminum ball?

Various firearms were tested, including the Foxtrot Mike Mike-47 (5.56 NATO), Walther P22 (.22 LR), Calico M900 (9mm), LWRC SMG-45 (.45 ACP), Christensen Arms MDR (.308 Win), and a Barrett M82A1 (.50 BMG). The targets were a 100-pound aluminum foil ball and a large sticker ball.

Which caliber successfully penetrated the aluminum ball?

Out of all the calibers tested, only the .50 BMG armor-piercing (black tip) round was able to penetrate and exit the 100-pound aluminum foil ball, creating a massive exit wound.

What is the Foxtrot Mike Mike-47?

The Foxtrot Mike Mike-47 is a pre-production firearm that resembles an AR-15 but utilizes AK-style 5.56 magazines. It features a side-charging handle and a buffer-tube-less design, allowing for a folding stock.

How was the aluminum ball target constructed?

The 100-pound aluminum ball was created by layering and hammering ten packs of aluminum foil, compressed layer by layer to maximize its density and resistance to projectile impact.

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