Will TRACERS Burn Down A TREE?

Published on January 13, 2025
Duration: 0:57

This video from Civilian Tactical tests whether tracer ammunition can ignite a tree. The host, a firearms content creator, demonstrates proper range safety while experimenting with Supernova .22 LR and 9mm tracers on a Ruger 10/22 equipped with a WOOX Furiosa chassis. The experiment concludes that tracer rounds, while creating a visual effect, did not ignite the wood.

Quick Summary

Civilian Tactical tested if tracer ammunition can ignite a tree, firing .22 LR and 9mm Supernova tracers at a wooden target. Despite the pyrotechnic effect, neither caliber successfully ignited the wood, concluding that tracer rounds are not an ignition hazard in this context.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Tracer vs. Regular Ammo
  2. 00:09Showcasing Supernova Tracers & Ruger 10/22 Build
  3. 00:22Testing .22 LR Tracers on Tree
  4. 00:34Testing 9mm Tracers
  5. 00:49Results and Conclusion: Did Tracers Ignite Tree?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary purpose of tracer ammunition?

Tracer ammunition is primarily designed to visually mark the trajectory of a projectile in flight, allowing shooters to see where their shots are going, especially in low-light conditions or at longer ranges. It is not typically designed for incendiary purposes.

Can tracer rounds start a fire?

While tracer rounds contain pyrotechnic material that burns, their ability to start a fire depends heavily on the target material, duration of contact, and environmental conditions. In this test, tracer rounds did not ignite a wooden tree.

What types of tracer ammunition were tested?

The video tested Supernova .22 LR Tracer ammunition (40 Grain LRN) and Supernova 9mm Tracer ammunition (115 Grain FMJ), both available in bright red and green variants.

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