The Bot Fly Shell

This video provides a detailed comparison of several 5.56x45mm NATO ammunition types used by the US Navy, focusing on their terminal ballistics and penetration capabilities. The Mark 255 Mod 1, featuring a compressed copper polymer core, is highlighted for its rapid fragmentation and potential for large wound channels, while the M855A1 is noted for its extreme penetration. The M855 Green Tip and Mark 262 Mod 1 are also tested for comparison.

This video demonstrates the terminal ballistics of the 12-Gauge Full Metal Kraken Slug from Civilian Tactical. Expertly presented with a focus on safety and data, the test utilizes ballistics gelatin and a water jug to showcase the slug's devastating impact and unique 8-petal expansion pattern. The demonstration highlights the effectiveness of this specialized ammunition for tactical applications.

This entry details the 'No Wasted Space' concept in shotgun shells, exemplified by the Hickory Flat Boars Havoc BB Shell. The video demonstrates how filling gaps between 00 Buckshot with BB pellets maximizes damage output. Expert insights from Civilian Tactical cover ballistics testing on various media, highlighting the shell's effectiveness for high-damage applications. The guide emphasizes safe firearm handling during testing.

This video tests an unknown shotgun ammunition nicknamed 'Botfly,' focusing on its large hollow-point expansion. Tests include a water jug for hydrostatic shock, a paper target for accuracy, and ballistic gelatin to observe expansion. The Botfly ammunition demonstrated significant trauma and cavity formation in ballistic gelatin, even penetrating the medium entirely.

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the performance of experimental ceramic BB shotgun shells. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, conducts a thorough test using a semi-automatic 12 Gauge shotgun and various targets including ballistics gelatin. The analysis reveals interesting data on penetration and spread, offering an informative look at this unique ammunition type.

This video from Civilian Tactical tests six methods for defeating Level IV NIJ certified body armor. It examines the effectiveness of special ammunition rounds like 5.56 HEI and 30.06 AP, sustained fire, and the powerful 50 BMG round. The test also explores targeting unprotected areas like the pelvic girdle, the strategic use of buckshot to hit around armor, and the extreme measure of using a flamethrower. The presenter, with apparent expertise in tactical applications, demonstrates the limitations and potential vulnerabilities of high-level body armor under various conditions.

This video presents a humorous skit emphasizing the critical importance of wearing eye protection at the shooting range. It visually demonstrates a handgun malfunction and uses a relatable, albeit exaggerated, scenario with a spent casing to highlight the potential dangers of inadequate eye safety. The creator, experienced in firearm handling and tactical gear, reinforces this essential safety message.

This video features a 'bulletproof' test where a tree is used as a ballistic medium to test various calibers from .22 LR up to .50 BMG. The Civilian Tactical host, demonstrating high-level firearms expertise, shows that even powerful rounds like .50 BMG can be significantly stopped by a dense tree, with none of the tested rounds achieving a complete pass-through. The test highlights the surprising terminal ballistics of different ammunition types against natural barriers.

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the concept of using a human body, simulated with ballistic gel, as a suppressor. The host fires a Derya Arms .22 rifle directly against a ballistic gel head and block, noting the shot sounded 'dead silent.' The experiment demonstrates the penetration depth of a .22 LR round through the simulated head and into the gel block.

This video demonstrates a ballistic test on a Belgian M1 steel helmet, evaluating its resistance against various calibers from birdshot to .223. The test, conducted by Civilian Tactical Host, shows that the helmet is not bulletproof against common handgun and rifle rounds like 9mm and .223. The host's energetic and demonstration-oriented style, coupled with expertise in tactical gear, provides a clear assessment of the helmet's limitations.