My 50cal went Bananas

This video details an experiment where a single .50 BMG round was heated in a pan on a portable stove, simulating cooking a hot dog. The .50 BMG round detonated, punching a hole through the pan and leaving an imprint of its base. The speaker, demonstrating experienced authority, emphasizes the extreme danger and unpredictability of such actions, advising against repeating the "forbidden hot dog" experiment. The demonstration was conducted at an outdoor range with safety measures like taking cover behind a truck.

This guide details an experimental test of the Serbu RN50's durability, conducted by Edwin Sarkissian. The rifle was subjected to extreme barrel obstructions, first with cured concrete and then by being buried in dirt, fired remotely to assess its failure points. The experiment validated the strength of the receiver and breech design, even when the barrel catastrophically failed. This demonstrates a high level of expertise in firearm testing and analysis.

This video demonstrates an extreme test of firearm resilience, encasing handguns in concrete and then using a .50 BMG rifle to break them free. The experiment highlights the potential for firearms to function even after severe environmental exposure, though it also reveals potential malfunctions like stovepipes due to debris. The presenter, an experienced shooter, emphasizes safety and demonstrates clearing techniques.

This video demonstrates an experimental technique for attempting to curve a .50 BMG projectile through custom-bent galvanized steel pipes using a Serbu RN50 rifle. The experiment highlights the immense power of the .50 BMG round, showing a pipe rupture on a sharp bend and a successful navigation of a more gradual curve. The presenter, Edwin Sarkissian, showcases proficient handling of high-caliber firearms and an understanding of breech-loading mechanics, emphasizing safety with proper protection and remote firing.

This guide details an experimental procedure for testing the limits of a 10 gauge shotgun by firing a high-pressure 700 Nitro Express round and intentionally obstructing the barrel. The experiment, conducted by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics, highlights firearm durability under extreme stress, culminating in a barrel split. It emphasizes safety through the use of remote firing equipment and a Lead Sled.

This guide details an experimental procedure for firing .50 BMG ammunition from a 12-gauge JTS-12 shotgun. It covers initial testing, analysis of fire-forming, and the use of a 3D-printed sleeve to improve the gas seal and projectile energy. The experiment, conducted by Brandon Herrera, highlights the challenges and potential dangers of adapting large-caliber rounds to undersized bores.

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, an experienced firearms instructor, conducting a unique bullet penetration test. He uses 12 Ozark Trail 12-inch cast iron skillets to determine how many rounds from various calibers and firearms, including 9mm, .45 ACP, 500 S&W Magnum, 7.62x39mm, 5.56mm, 5.7x28mm, and 12 Gauge slugs, can penetrate the cookware. The results offer practical insights into the ballistic performance of different ammunition types against a common household item.

This video from Edwin Sarkissian provides an expert-level demonstration of the Serbu BFG-50A rifle's capability against a railroad track. Sarkissian, a high-level firearms enthusiast, showcases the .50 BMG caliber's power with various ammunition types, including the specialized Raufoss Mk 211 Mod 0, highlighting its penetration through thick steel. The content offers valuable insights into terminal ballistics and the performance of heavy caliber rounds.

This video demonstrates a unique application of the X Products Can Cannon, a gas-operated launcher compatible with AR-15/M16 lowers, to launch an M67-style fragmentation grenade using .223 Blanks. Expert experimentalist Edwin Sarkissian showcases the process of loading and firing the device towards a frozen lake, highlighting the launcher's ability to hold the grenade's spoon in place until firing. The demonstration results in a significant explosion and ice shatter upon impact.

This guide details a ballistic test comparing a .50 Cal Spotter round against a 1.25-inch thick bulletproof glass panel using a Serbu BFG-50A rifle. The test, conducted by firearms enthusiast Edwin Sarkissian, demonstrates the significant destructive potential of specialized .50 BMG ammunition, highlighting differences in impact effects between incendiary spotter rounds and standard FMJ rounds. The expert-level demonstration emphasizes the importance of understanding ammunition types and their performance against protective materials.