The RPK vs Prison Walls

Published on December 1, 2018
Duration: 16:41

This video from DemolitionRanch, hosted by firearms expert Matt Carriker, explores the penetration capabilities of various firearms, including an RPK, CMMG Mutant, and AK pistol, against different materials like cinder blocks filled with concrete, sand, and dirt, as well as rebar. The testing demonstrates the effectiveness of 7.62x39mm ammunition and highlights the performance of accessories like the SilencerCo Chimera suppressor and high-capacity drum magazines.

Quick Summary

DemolitionRanch's Matt Carriker tested the penetration of 7.62x39mm firearms like the RPK and CMMG Mutant against cinder blocks filled with concrete, sand, and dirt, and rebar. Sand effectively stopped rounds, while concrete offered significant resistance. Accessories like the SilencerCo Chimera suppressor were also evaluated.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction Skit
  2. 02:13Prison Wall Construction
  3. 03:16Firearm Lineup
  4. 05:46Handcuff and Block Testing
  5. 07:17Suppressed Testing and Rebar
  6. 08:04RPK and Magazine Configurations
  7. 11:33Concrete and Sand Penetration
  8. 12:25Wall Destruction

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms were tested against prison wall materials?

The video tested an AK pistol, a Century Arms C39V2, a CMMG Mutant equipped with a SilencerCo Chimera suppressor, and a Romanian RPK against various materials simulating prison walls.

How effective is 7.62x39mm ammunition against cinder blocks?

Against empty cinder blocks, the 7.62x39mm round struggled to penetrate both sides in one shot. Sand-filled blocks stopped the rounds effectively, while concrete-filled blocks offered significant resistance, with rounds penetrating only a few inches.

What accessories were highlighted in the video?

Key accessories featured include the SilencerCo Chimera suppressor, various drum magazines (including a 75-round clear-backed model), and Magpul furniture on the CMMG Mutant.

What was the purpose of the 'prison wall' construction?

The custom-built 'prison wall' was constructed with cinder blocks filled with concrete, dirt, and sand, and included rebar elements, to serve as a realistic target for testing firearm penetration capabilities.

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