Shotgun VS Car

Published on November 4, 2017
Duration: 7:11

This video from 704 Tactical provides an expert-level analysis of how different 12 Gauge shotgun rounds (Remington Express #4 Birdshot, 00 Buckshot, and 1oz Slug) perform against a car door. The host, demonstrating high authority and practical experience, concludes that birdshot is ineffective, buckshot offers limited penetration, and slugs are the only rounds capable of reliably penetrating vehicle doors. The testing is conducted methodically with clear visual evidence and technical explanations.

Quick Summary

Expert analysis shows 1oz slugs reliably penetrate both sides of a car door, unlike #4 birdshot (ineffective) or 00 buckshot (limited penetration). Vehicle interior structures can cause significant slug deflection, impacting trajectory and potential collateral damage.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and #4 Birdshot Test
  2. 01:17Birdshot Results Analysis
  3. 02:0000 Buckshot Test and Analysis
  4. 03:551oz Slug Test - Deflection
  5. 05:001oz Slug Test - Full Penetration
  6. 06:07Final Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How effective is #4 birdshot against a car door?

According to expert testing, #4 birdshot creates dents and peppering on a car door but fails to penetrate the first layer of sheet metal, making it unlikely to be lethal through a vehicle.

Can 00 buckshot penetrate a car door?

Yes, 00 buckshot can penetrate a car door and its interior panel. However, in testing, it did not consistently penetrate the opposite side of the vehicle.

Which shotgun round reliably penetrates a car door?

Based on ballistic testing, 1oz slugs are the only shotgun rounds that reliably penetrate both sides of a vehicle door, demonstrating significant kinetic energy transfer.

What factors affect shotgun slug performance against vehicles?

The internal structure of a car door can significantly alter a slug's path, causing deflection. This can lead to unpredictable trajectories, such as shattering windows, even if the initial impact is on the door panel.

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