When Live Ammo EXPLODES, What's The Damage??? (vs Human Hand)

Published on August 7, 2024
Duration: 14:52

This video demonstrates the potential dangers of live ammunition igniting unexpectedly, particularly in a 'hangfire' scenario where a round delays ignition. Using a Fifth Ops Camp Safe 12 Gauge Perimeter Alarm, the presenter tests the effects of 12 gauge, .308 Winchester, and .50 BMG rounds detonating against ballistic dummy hands. The tests reveal significant damage, escalating with caliber, highlighting the risks associated with mishandling live ammunition.

Quick Summary

Live ammunition can be extremely dangerous if it detonates unexpectedly, such as during a hangfire. Tests show that while a 12 gauge shell might cause burns, higher calibers like .308 and especially .50 BMG can cause severe penetrating wounds, bone fragmentation, and catastrophic damage to hands.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Fifth Ops Perimeter Alarm
  2. 00:04Fifth Ops Goodie Box Contents
  3. 01:04Fifth Ops Discount and Warning
  4. 01:46Testing Hangfire Dangers
  5. 02:22Test Setup and Ballistic Hands
  6. 03:03Testing the 126 DB Flare Blank
  7. 04:0412 Gauge Shotgun Shell Test
  8. 05:1012 Gauge vs. Human Hand - First Attempt (Hangfire)
  9. 05:3612 Gauge Double O Buck Shot Test
  10. 06:1412 Gauge Detonation Analysis
  11. 07:43308 Winchester Test Setup
  12. 08:17.308 Winchester vs. Human Hand
  13. 09:14.308 Detonation Analysis
  14. 10:1950 BMG Test Setup
  15. 11:0150 BMG vs. Fist and Open Hand
  16. 11:5350 BMG Detonation - The Loudest
  17. 12:1950 BMG Damage Analysis
  18. 13:3050 BMG Fist Destruction
  19. 14:25Conclusion: Live Ammo Dangers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a hangfire and why is it dangerous?

A hangfire is a delay between pulling the trigger and the round firing. It's dangerous because if you assume the gun didn't fire and move it or eject the round, it can then detonate unexpectedly, potentially in your hand or an unsafe direction.

What happens when a 12 gauge shotgun shell explodes outside a firearm?

When a 12 gauge shell detonates outside a chamber, the casing ruptures outwards. While it can cause burns, the lack of directional containment means projectiles don't travel forward, resulting in less severe damage than a fired round.

How does a .308 Winchester round detonating compare to a 12 gauge?

A .308 Winchester round, being a higher pressure metal cartridge, causes more significant damage when detonating outside a chamber. It can rupture the casing, propel the bullet a short distance, and inflict deeper wounds and burns than a 12 gauge.

What is the most dangerous caliber tested for accidental detonation?

The .50 BMG caliber proved to be the most dangerous. When detonated outside a firearm, it caused catastrophic destruction to a ballistic fist, completely destroying fingers and scattering bone fragments, highlighting its extreme power.

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