What it sounds like to get shot at by a Belt-fed M60 machinegun

Published on July 5, 2023
Duration: 0:59

This video explores the auditory experience of being fired upon by an M60 machine gun from behind a reinforced concrete bunker. It highlights the significant sound and vibration generated by the .308 caliber rounds. A comparison with an AK-47 reveals the M60's distinct, though surprisingly less piercing, sound profile from cover. The experiment concludes with a final volley and a demonstration of ricochets.

Quick Summary

Experience the intense sound and vibration of an M60 machine gun firing .308 rounds from behind a reinforced concrete bunker. From cover, an AK-47 can surprisingly sound louder than the M60, demonstrating how different firearms and cover affect acoustic perception.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: M60 Sound Experiment
  2. 00:16Bunker Specs & Loading the M60
  3. 00:25M60 Live Fire Behind Cover
  4. 00:37AK-47 Sound Comparison
  5. 00:47Final Volley & Ricochet

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it sound like to be shot at by an M60 machine gun?

From behind a reinforced concrete bunker, being shot at by an M60 machine gun creates a powerful, vibrating sound. The impacts on the bunker walls are significant, and the noise is intense, though somewhat muffled by the substantial cover.

How does an M60 sound compare to an AK-47 from behind cover?

Surprisingly, from behind a thick concrete bunker, an AK-47's sound can seem louder than the M60's. This comparison highlights how cover affects sound perception and the specific acoustic properties of each firearm.

What are the specifications of the M60 machine gun used in the video?

The M60 featured is a belt-fed, .308 caliber (7.62x51mm NATO) heavy machine gun, commonly used by the military. It was fired in full-automatic mode during the experiment.

What kind of cover was used in the M60 sound test?

The experiment utilized a bunker with 10-foot wide, solid, reinforced concrete walls. This provided substantial protection and sound dampening for the observers experiencing the M60's gunfire.

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