Weighted Blanket, Bulletproof Blanket?!

Published on September 10, 2021
Duration: 10:33

This video tests the ballistic resistance of weighted blankets against various firearms, from handguns to rifles. The presenter, demonstrating a clear understanding of firearm performance, tests calibers including 9mm, .45 ACP, 5.7x28mm, .500 S&W Magnum, .223 Remington, 7.62x39mm, and .308 Winchester. The results show significant variation in penetration depth, with some calibers stopped by a few layers while others penetrate much deeper.

Quick Summary

Weighted blankets were tested for ballistic resistance against various firearms. A 9mm round penetrated 35 layers, stopping in the third blanket. A .45 ACP stopped halfway through the second blanket (27 layers). Rifle rounds like 7.62x39mm and .308 showed significantly more penetration, stopping in the fourth blanket.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Weighted Blanket Ballistics Test
  2. 00:42Setup: Folding Blankets for Testing
  3. 01:059mm Test: Canik TP9 SFX Penetration
  4. 02:0445 ACP Test: Smith & Wesson Shield .45 Penetration
  5. 03:015.7x28mm Test: Ruger 5.7 Pistol Penetration
  6. 04:07.500 Magnum Test: Unrecorded Shot & Second Shot
  7. 05:35.223 Remington Test: Daniel Defense MK18 Penetration
  8. 06:517.62x39mm Test: AK-47 Penetration
  9. 08:03.308 Winchester Test: Rifle Penetration
  10. 09:22Fireproof Test: Weighted Blanket vs. Flame
  11. 09:57Conclusion: Weighted Blanket Ballistic & Fire Resistance

Frequently Asked Questions

How many weighted blankets does it take to stop a 9mm bullet?

In this test, a 9mm round penetrated 35 layers of a 12lb weighted blanket, stopping in the third blanket. This means it went through the first two blankets entirely and partway into the third.

Can a .45 ACP bullet penetrate a weighted blanket?

Yes, a .45 ACP round penetrated 27 layers of a 12lb weighted blanket, stopping halfway through the second blanket. This indicates weighted blankets offer some resistance but are not bulletproof against this caliber.

What is the penetration depth of a 5.7x28mm round in weighted blankets?

The 5.7x28mm round penetrated 32 layers of a 12lb weighted blanket, stopping in the first layer of the third blanket. This was less penetration than the 9mm in this specific test.

Are weighted blankets fireproof?

No, weighted blankets are not fireproof. When exposed to flame, they melt and burn, offering no protection in a house fire scenario, as demonstrated by the test where the blankets caught fire and melted.

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