50CAL VS TORPEDO CRANE TRACK

Published on September 26, 2017
Duration: 6:20

This video demonstrates the extreme durability of a WWII-era torpedo crane track against multiple .50 caliber rounds. Despite being hit by Raufoss, APIT, and AP Black Tip ammunition fired from a Serbu BFG-50A rifle, the track remained functional after each impact, even after being knocked off its stand. The tests highlight the robust construction of historical military equipment and the power of .50 BMG rounds.

Quick Summary

A WWII-era torpedo crane track was subjected to destructive testing with three different .50 caliber armor-piercing rounds fired from a Serbu BFG-50A rifle. Remarkably, the track remained functional after each impact, demonstrating exceptional durability even when knocked off its stand.

Chapters

  1. 00:34Introducing the Torpedo Crane Track
  2. 01:21First Shot: Raufoss .50 Cal Round
  3. 02:30Second Shot: APIT Round Test
  4. 04:05Third Shot: AP Black Tip Impact

Frequently Asked Questions

What historical item was used for the destructive testing?

A WWII-era torpedo crane track was used. These tracks were historically employed to move torpedoes on a platform with a hoist, and this particular one weighed approximately 50-60 pounds.

What type of ammunition was fired at the torpedo crane track?

Three types of .50 caliber ammunition were used: a Raufoss NM140 MP Mk 211 Mod 0 round, an Armor Piercing Incendiary Tracer (APIT) round, and an Armor Piercing (AP) black tip round.

What firearm was used to test the torpedo crane track?

The tests were conducted using a Serbu BFG-50A, a gas-operated semi-automatic rifle chambered in .50 BMG, equipped with Vortex optics.

How durable was the torpedo crane track against .50 caliber rounds?

The track proved extremely durable. Despite three direct hits from different types of .50 caliber armor-piercing rounds, it remained functional after each shot, even after being knocked off its stand.

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