Sniper Testing Insane Hostage Computer Monitor Shot

Published on August 23, 2024
Duration: 6:29

This video tests the feasibility and consistency of shooting through a computer monitor, inspired by a SWAT team's hostage rescue. The experiment reveals significant bullet deviation, making it an unreliable tactic. The testers used Federal Gold Medal Match 175-grain ammunition and a CZ 600 Range rifle with a suppressor, concluding that such shots are highly unpredictable and dependent on extreme luck or extensive, specific training.

Quick Summary

Testing reveals that shooting through a computer monitor is highly unpredictable, with significant bullet deviation observed even at close ranges. While a SWAT team successfully executed such a shot, it's attributed to extreme luck or specialized training, not a reliable tactical technique.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: The Insane Monitor Shot
  2. 00:30Motivation for Testing
  3. 00:44Public Reaction and Police Statement
  4. 01:04Personal Decision to Test
  5. 01:15Setting Up the Test
  6. 01:31Target Setup and Distance
  7. 01:45Choosing the 40-Yard Distance
  8. 01:56Hostage Taker Distance Assumption
  9. 02:00First Shot at 5 Yards
  10. 02:17Analysis of First Shot Failure
  11. 02:23Moving Target Closer (2.5 Yards)
  12. 02:58Analysis of Shots Two and Three
  13. 03:06Conclusion on Inconsistency
  14. 03:15Continuing with More Rounds
  15. 03:16Shots Four and Five
  16. 03:51Analysis of Shots Four and Five
  17. 04:07Decision: Not the Best Idea
  18. 04:08Trying Different Angles and Bases
  19. 04:36Analysis of Last Shots
  20. 04:42Team Conclusion
  21. 04:48Acknowledging the Original Shooter's Skill
  22. 04:59Personal Stance After Testing
  23. 05:04Uncertainty of Original Equipment
  24. 05:07Testing Ammunition: 175gr Federal Gold Medal Match
  25. 05:11Testing Rifle: CZ 600 Range
  26. 05:14Testing Suppressor: JK Armament RCX
  27. 05:17Rifle Breakdown Video Mention
  28. 05:22Video Purpose and Enjoyment
  29. 05:34Future Testing Possibilities
  30. 05:41Potential for Cardboard Backstop Test
  31. 05:46Sponsorship Acknowledgment: Brownells
  32. 06:04Sponsorship Acknowledgment: Howitzer Clothing
  33. 06:17Call to Action: Rumble Channel
  34. 06:21Appreciation and Sign-off

Frequently Asked Questions

Is shooting through a computer monitor a reliable tactical shot?

No, shooting through a computer monitor is highly unreliable and unpredictable. Testing revealed significant bullet deviation, making it a risky tactic dependent on luck or extensive, specific training not typically possessed by most operators.

What ammunition and rifle were used in the computer monitor shot test?

The test utilized 175-grain Federal Gold Medal Match ammunition. The rifle employed was a CZ 600 Range, equipped with a JK Armament RCX suppressor, to evaluate the ballistics of shooting through electronic devices.

Why did the testers decide to replicate the SWAT monitor shot?

Inspired by a viral video of a SWAT team successfully executing a hostage rescue shot through a computer monitor, the testers wanted to independently verify the feasibility and consistency of such a shot.

What were the results of the computer monitor ballistics test?

The test showed inconsistent results, with initial shots missing the target entirely. Even at closer distances, rounds deviated significantly, leading to the conclusion that shooting through a monitor is unpredictable and not a recommended tactic.

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