Fireman’s Axe BULLETPROOF? (50 BMG Tested)

This video tests the ballistic resistance of an anvil against a powerful .50 BMG round. The title directly poses the question of an anvil's bulletproof capabilities and specifies the caliber used for the test, indicating a destructive testing or durability evaluation focused on a common workshop item against a high-powered rifle round.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a 100-pound kettlebell against various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The kettlebell demonstrated significant resistance, stopping or significantly deforming most rounds. However, the powerful .50 BMG round ultimately penetrated the kettlebell, exiting through the bottom/side. The test highlights the surprising durability of the kettlebell against common handgun and rifle rounds but its limitations against extreme calibers.

This video explores a highly dangerous and unscientific experiment: taping a 50 BMG round to an air rifle to see if it creates a 'super powerful sniper rifle'. The setup involves a pull string for remote firing. Upon firing, the result is an uncontrolled explosion, highlighting the severe risks of such modifications. The narrator's lack of expertise and the inherent dangers make this a cautionary tale rather than instructional content.

This video demonstrates a highly dangerous and ill-advised experiment involving heating a 50 BMG round on a stove, humorously referred to as a 'forbidden hot dog.' The experiment results in a violent detonation, destroying a metal pan and highlighting the extreme hazards of mishandling live ammunition. The creator emphasizes the destructive power of the 50 BMG round and strongly advises against replicating such actions.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics explores the effects of firing various firearms underwater. The expert instructor demonstrates how water significantly impacts bullet performance and firearm function, ranging from minimal bullet deformation in handguns to catastrophic failure in rifles like the AR-15. The .50 BMG test highlights extreme power, breaching the target and pool structure.

This video demonstrates an experimental setup where a .50 BMG cartridge is attached to an air rifle. The objective is to use the air rifle's projectile to strike the primer of the .50 BMG cartridge, intending to cause an explosion. The air rifle is modified for remote firing, and safety features are disabled. The experiment results in a massive explosion.

This comedic skit humorously emphasizes the critical importance of wearing eye protection at the shooting range. It illustrates a handgun malfunction, specifically a stovepipe, and uses a visual gag with a spent casing to drive home the safety message. The creator showcases tactical gear and a Sig Sauer P365 XL, demonstrating firearm handling in a range environment.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG, against a tree. Surprisingly, even the powerful .50 BMG round failed to penetrate the tree completely, demonstrating the significant stopping power of natural barriers against firearms.

This video explores the hypothetical concept of using a human body as a suppressor, simulating the scenario with ballistic gel. A Derya Arms .22 rifle is fired into a ballistic gel head, with the host noting the shot sounded 'dead silent'. The experiment demonstrates the penetration depth of a .22 LR round through the simulated head.

This test evaluates the ballistic protection of a Belgian M1 steel helmet against various calibers. While it stopped birdshot, .22, and .380 Auto rounds, it failed to defeat 9mm and .223 Remington rounds, indicating it is not suitable for protection against common handgun or rifle threats.