Shooting Chocolate Targets with DoubleTap: GunVenture|S1 E10 P4

Published on June 8, 2017
Duration: 7:00

This episode of GunVenture explores the ballistic performance of various ammunition types fired into large blocks of chocolate, serving as an unconventional medium to test bullet expansion and penetration. The experiment showcases how different calibers and bullet designs interact with a dense, yet brittle, material, offering visual insights into terminal ballistics.

Quick Summary

Large blocks of chocolate, weighing up to 75 lbs, were used as an unconventional ballistic testing medium to demonstrate bullet performance. Calibers tested included .38 Special, 10mm, .260 Remington, and 26 Nosler, with the 26 Nosler delivering the most destructive impact.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Chocolate Ballistics Test
  2. 00:15Setting up the Chocolate Targets
  3. 00:2138 Special Wad Cutter Test
  4. 01:3738 Special Hollow Point Test
  5. 03:1210mm Barnes Tac XP Test
  6. 04:24260 Remington LRX Test
  7. 05:0226 Nosler vs. Large Chocolate Block
  8. 05:51Extreme Chocolate Destruction
  9. 06:36Loading Room Tour

Frequently Asked Questions

What was used as a ballistic testing medium in this video?

Large blocks of chocolate, weighing up to 75 lbs, were utilized as an unconventional medium to test bullet performance, expansion, and penetration in a manner analogous to ballistic gelatin.

Which calibers were tested on the chocolate blocks?

The video featured tests with .38 Special (wad cutter and hollow point), 10mm (Barnes Tac XP), .260 Remington (LRX), and 26 Nosler, showcasing a range of firearm calibers and their effects.

How did the 10mm Barnes Tac XP perform in the chocolate test?

The 10mm caliber, with a 125-grain Barnes Tac XP bullet fired at approximately 1720 ft/s, demonstrated exceptional performance, causing significant damage and effectively expanding the bullet within the chocolate block.

What was the most destructive test shown in the video?

The 26 Nosler, firing a 127-grain bullet at extremely high velocities, resulted in the complete pulverization of a 75 lb chocolate block, creating a dramatic 'chocolate shake' effect and showcasing immense terminal energy.

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