Sledgehammer Vs Bullets

Published on April 9, 2026
Duration: 1:28

This video tests the bullet resistance of a sledgehammer against various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The sledgehammer demonstrates significant resistance, with no caliber achieving a complete pass-through. Notably, even larger calibers like 7.62x39mm and 5.56x45mm NATO caused significant denting and bullet fragmentation, while the .50 BMG created a substantial divot. The experiment concludes that a sledgehammer is effectively bulletproof against the tested rounds.

Quick Summary

A sledgehammer was tested for bullet resistance against calibers ranging from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The results showed that the sledgehammer is effectively bulletproof, with no caliber achieving a complete pass-through. Larger calibers like .308 Winchester and .50 BMG caused significant denting and bullet fragmentation, but did not penetrate the tool.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Sledgehammer vs Bullets
  2. 00:02Calibers Tested: .22 LR to .50 BMG
  3. 00:08.22 LR Test
  4. 00:15.380 Auto Test
  5. 00:28.45 ACP Test
  6. 00:357.62x39mm Test
  7. 00:515.56x45mm NATO Test
  8. 00:57.308 Winchester Test
  9. 01:04.50 BMG Test
  10. 01:14Damage Review and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a sledgehammer bulletproof against common firearm calibers?

Based on tests from .22 LR up to .50 BMG, a standard sledgehammer appears to be effectively bulletproof. While larger calibers cause significant denting and bullet fragmentation, none achieved a complete pass-through in this experiment.

What calibers were tested against the sledgehammer?

The test included a range of popular calibers: .22 LR, .380 Auto, .45 ACP, 7.62x39mm, 5.56x45mm NATO, .308 Winchester, and the powerful .50 BMG.

What was the most damaging caliber to the sledgehammer?

While no caliber penetrated, the .50 BMG created the largest divot, followed closely by the .308 Winchester. The 7.62x39mm also caused significant denting and bullet shattering.

Did any bullets pass through the sledgehammer?

No, in this specific test, none of the tested calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG, managed to penetrate the sledgehammer. Bullets either deflected, shattered, or created dents.

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