The 37mm Hand Cannon

Published on April 4, 2025
Duration: 12:19

This guide details the testing of various 37mm ordnance rounds using a Smith & Wesson 37mm Gas Gun. The video, presented with high authority by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, covers the legal aspects of 37mm launchers, demonstrates the effects of different rounds like flashbangs and concussion rounds, and showcases their impact on ballistic dummies in both open and enclosed vehicle environments. The testing highlights surprisingly manageable recoil and significant visual and auditory effects, along with substantial damage to ballistic testing media.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson 37mm Gas Gun, built on an N-frame, is generally legal for civilian use with 'agricultural' rounds like flares and animal deterrents. Testing by Kentucky Ballistics demonstrated manageable recoil and significant visual/auditory effects from Ordnance Group rounds, including flashbangs and concussion rounds, with notable damage to ballistic dummy heads.

Chapters

  1. 00:18Introduction to the Smith & Wesson 37mm Gas Gun
  2. 01:16Legalities of 37mm Launchers
  3. 01:46Testing Animal Control Rounds
  4. 02:58Vehicle Interior Testing
  5. 07:56Ballistic Dummy Head Impact

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Smith & Wesson 37mm Gas Gun?

The Smith & Wesson 37mm Gas Gun is a large, revolver-style firearm built on an N-frame, originally manufactured in the 1960s-70s for correctional facilities to deploy gas and flares. It fires 37mm rounds.

Are 37mm launchers legal for civilians?

Generally, yes. Unlike 40mm launchers, 37mm launchers are typically legal for civilians as long as they only fire 'agricultural' rounds like animal deterrents, signals, and flares, and are not capable of firing destructive devices.

What kind of rounds were tested?

The video tested various rounds from Ordnance Group, including flashbang, detonator, and concussion rounds, alongside animal deterrents, signals, and flares, demonstrating their effects and recoil.

What were the results of testing on a ballistic dummy?

Testing on a Ballistic Dummy Labs head showed significant structural damage from close-range impacts, even with non-lethal 37mm rounds, indicating substantial energy transfer.

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