Chain Shot: Isso Dói Demais...

Published on December 31, 2025
Duration: 6:50

This video explores the effectiveness of 'chain shot' shotgun ammunition, a historically inspired projectile. The presenter tests three variations (fine, medium, and heavy chain) against various targets, including pineapples and ballistic gelatin, to assess their spread, impact energy, and potential lethality. The findings suggest that while chain shot can cause significant surface damage and wound channels, its penetration and overall effectiveness vary considerably with chain thickness and projectile design.

Quick Summary

Chain shot is a specialized shotgun ammunition historically used by pirates to damage rigging. Modern tests show medium chain shot achieves about 10 cm penetration in ballistic gelatin, creating a potentially lethal wound channel, while fine chain has minimal penetration and heavy chain shows poor penetration and ricochets.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Chain Shot
  2. 00:19Visuals of Chain Shot Ammunition
  3. 00:32Historical Use of Chain Shot
  4. 01:02Target Spread Test
  5. 01:58Pineapple Impact Test
  6. 03:15Water Bucket Test
  7. 03:51Ballistic Gelatin Test Setup
  8. 04:43Fine Chain Shot Gel Test
  9. 05:19Medium Chain Shot Gel Test
  10. 05:44Heavy Chain Shot Gel Test
  11. 06:25Conclusion and Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What is chain shot and how was it historically used?

Chain shot is a type of shotgun ammunition consisting of chains or links designed to spread out after firing. Historically, pirates used it to damage enemy ship rigging and sails, rendering them inoperable without sinking the vessel.

How did different chain sizes perform in ballistic gelatin tests?

The fine chain shot showed minimal penetration, while the medium chain achieved about 10 cm of penetration, creating a potentially lethal wound channel. The heavy chain had poor penetration and even ricocheted.

What was the most effective chain shot variation tested?

Based on ballistic gelatin penetration and wound channel creation, the medium chain shot appeared to be the most effective for lethality, surprising the presenter who expected the heavy chain to perform better.

Can chain shot be considered a lethal projectile for modern applications?

While chain shot can cause significant damage and create wound channels, its effectiveness varies greatly by chain size. The medium chain showed potential lethality, but overall, it's considered more of a specialized tool than a standard lethal round.

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