120mm PROPANE CANNON?

Published on March 29, 2017
Duration: 7:17

This video demonstrates a highly experimental and dangerous project involving a 120mm tank cartridge case used as a propane cannon. A .50 BMG API-T round is fired into the case filled with propane, resulting in a massive explosion that destroys the setup. The experiment highlights the extreme forces involved, with propane tanks recovered hundreds of yards away.

Quick Summary

A 120mm tank cartridge case was modified into a propane cannon and ignited by a .50 BMG API-T round fired from a Serbu BFG-50A rifle. The resulting explosion was massive, destroying the setup and sending propane tanks over 200 yards away.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: 120mm Propane Cannon Concept
  2. 00:24Equipment: Serbu BFG-50A & API-T Rounds
  3. 01:22Setup: Propane Tanks in 120mm Case
  4. 01:57Ignition: Flares for Propane
  5. 02:22The Shot: .50 Cal Round & Massive Explosion
  6. 03:12Damage Assessment & Fire Suppression
  7. 05:57Recovery: Propane Tanks Found 200+ Yards Away

Frequently Asked Questions

What was used to create the 120mm propane cannon?

The experiment utilized a 120mm tank cartridge case as the cannon body. Two propane tanks were placed inside, and ignition was achieved by firing a .50 BMG API-T round into the case.

What firearm was used in the 120mm propane cannon experiment?

A Serbu BFG-50A semi-automatic .50 BMG rifle was used to fire the projectile that ignited the propane mixture within the 120mm case.

How powerful was the explosion from the 120mm propane cannon?

The explosion was extremely powerful, completely destroying the wooden bench setup and propelling the propane tanks approximately 200-250 yards from the firing point.

What type of ammunition was used to ignite the propane?

Armor Piercing Incendiary Tracer (.50 BMG API-T) ammunition was used. The incendiary component likely aided in igniting the propane vapor.

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